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Cynara cardunculus Scolymus Group (Globe Artichoke)
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A large, architectural perennial with grey-green leaves, grown for it's large, edible flower buds but ornamental enough for the flower garden. These green, scaly buds open to thistle-like purple flowers in summer and autumn.
Height 2.5m (8ft), Spread 1.5m (5ft), 2-5 years to maturity.
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