Best sown February/March, one seed per small pot, in a propagator or greenhouse at approx. 15°C (60°F) (Germination 10 to 14 days), eventually planting out in well prepared soil 90cm (36") between plants each way. Ensure plants are kept well watered the first year after planting. May
SOWING AND GROWING
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Plant out
Harvest
• Unusual, tasty vegetable • Blanch stems for added flavour • Use succulent leaf stalks for stir fry
...for healthy eating
BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN SEEDSMEN SUTTONS CONSUMER PRODUCTS LIMITED
CARDOON Seeds
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Average Contents
15 71 14
15 71 14
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...for healthy eating
70
BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN SEEDSMEN SUTTONS CONSUMER PRODUCTS LIMITED
Seeds
CARDOON • Unusual, tasty vegetable • Blanch stems for added flavour • Use succulent leaf stalks for stir fry Sow
Plant out
Harvest
SOWING AND GROWING
Best sown February/March, one seed per small pot, in a propagator or greenhouse at approx. 15°C (60°F) (Germination 10 to 14 days), eventually planting out in well prepared soil 90cm (36") between plants each way. Ensure plants are kept well watered the first year after planting. May also be sown direct outside March/April at a depth of 19mm (¾"), but germination is slow. Cut down to ground level during late autumn and protect crowns with straw or bracken. Use year after year. Sowing ➞ Cropping – 22-26 weeks.
HEALTHY EATING
Good source of Vitamin C. Quality Control: This seed has been carefully tested to ensure high germination. Prior to use, store in a dry cool place.