Gobbo di Nizza · Cardoon
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Nov 7th |
| Last Frost | Jan 16th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Jan 30th |
| Harvest Begins | May 20th |
| Harvest Ends | Dec 19th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 28°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 110 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: Grow cardoon like an artichoke relative: start indoors early, then blanch the stalks by tying and covering them in late season for tenderness and reduced bitterness.