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Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana

Also Known As

  • Cynara baetica var. moroccana
  • Morrocan Artichoke

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana plant details

Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Moroccan artichoke's silver grey foliage is arresting in the mixed border. Tall stalks of purple thistle flowers push it over the edge. A must-have, hardy perennial for full sun and not much water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.

Gardening facts about Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana plant

How to Grow Cynara baetica ssp. maroccana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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