Erasmus artichoke
Cynara cardunculus 'Erasmus (F1)'
USDA zones7 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Erasmus' artichoke (Cynara cardunculus 'Erasmus') is a perennial for borders, specimens, accents, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist, sandy or clay soil. It grows at a rapid rate, forms a clump, and attracts bees and butterflies. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. It is also drought tolerant.
Pairs well with Mondo grass, Snapdragon, and Anemone.