Welcome to our plant database launched in March 2017.

The purpose of this database is to share information about plants you may wish to grow and inspire you to make creative choices about your garden. It is a constantly evolving resource so you will find more information and images each time you visit.

Please note this does not reflect our current stock. We have an extensive, constantly changing selection of varieties at all times so please contact us before visiting if you have a specific plant in mind.

Cynara 'Gros Van de Laon'

Genus: Cynara
Species: -
Variety: 'Gros Van de Laon'
Plant Type: Perennial

This form of 'Globe Artichoke' is said to have the best flavour of any variety. The large heads are ready to harvest in mid to late summer . Easy to grow and very hardy.

Characteristics

Foliage:	Herbaceous
Hardiness:	Hardy
Useage:	Border, Kitchen Garden

Colour

Flower:	Lavender
Foliage:	Silver, Green

Aspect

Sun:	Full sun
Soil:	Any good soil

Size

Height and Spread:

0.9-1.2m by 0.9m

Company Number Reg. 5179239 | VAT number 433 7797 19

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