{"product_id":"cynara-cardunculus-var-scolymus-imperial-star-artichoke-200-seeds","title":"Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus 'Imperial Star' | Artichoke | 200 SEEDS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCynara cardunculus var. scolymus\u003c\/b\u003e 'Imperial Star' is a remarkable variety of the \u003cb\u003eArtichoke\u003c\/b\u003e family, prized for its impressive edible buds. This plant grows into a striking \u003cb\u003elarge purple flower\u003c\/b\u003e and is often called a \u003cb\u003eGlobe artichoke\u003c\/b\u003e because of its rounded shape. Originating from the Mediterranean region, it is known as a \u003cb\u003eMediterranean thistle\u003c\/b\u003e and admired for both its ornamental and culinary value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eImperial Star artichoke\u003c\/b\u003e produces a thistle with edible buds that gardeners cherish for their unique flavor and texture. This \u003cb\u003ecultivated thistle\u003c\/b\u003e variety is also referred to as \u003cb\u003eCynara scolymus\u003c\/b\u003e and is appreciated worldwide. Its robust structure supports the development of these exquisite buds, which become the star ingredient in many Mediterranean dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a distinctive large purple flower that attracts pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops edible thistle buds prized in culinary uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginates from Mediterranean climates suited to warm seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a robust and visually appealing cultivated thistle plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown for its unique flavor and versatility in cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing \u003cb\u003eCynara cardunculus var. scolymus\u003c\/b\u003e 'Imperial Star' results in a majestic plant with a thistle structure and edible buds. This variety \u003cb\u003eImperial Star artichoke\u003c\/b\u003e stands out in gardens and kitchens alike. It offers a taste of Mediterranean tradition with its impressive and flavorful buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/b\u003e Pictures show the adult plant, which is \u003cb\u003enot for sale\u003c\/b\u003e. The offer is only for \u003cb\u003eseeds\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"World Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61278279467342,"sku":"GWP-3773-A-1034","price":21.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/0604\/5518\/files\/Cynara_cardunculus_var._scolymus__Imperial_Star___Artichoke_f02f4fea-7239-4a52-b34a-9c118725e41e.png?v=1792482337","url":"https:\/\/worldplants.it\/products\/cynara-cardunculus-var-scolymus-imperial-star-artichoke-200-seeds","provider":"Worldplants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}