The most dramatic plant in my gardens in June is the giant Cardoon.
Its purple tufts are finally emerging from the artichoke-like buds.
These buds are bigger than my fist. The plant is taller that I am by at least a foot.
Its other names are Artichoke Thistle and Cynara cardunculus.
Most parts of this plant can be eaten if prepared correctly. I have not tried it.
It thrives on this slope in full sun.
I got this from my friend the Fairy. No wonder it is magical.
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Whenever I come across the phrase “if prepared correctly,” I know that it’s not a project for my kitchen.
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That is exactly why I have not done it. Thank you for this honest comment.
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I once knew a man whose wife grew these to feed to sheep for its effect on the milk they produced
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Wow. I must look that up. Thanks Knight.
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