{"product_id":"cynara-scolymus","title":"Cynara scolymus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA striking perennial forming a large clump of architectural silver-grey foliage with edible flower buds harvested before flowering. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf left to mature, the buds open into spectacular large purple thistle-like flowers that create a bold ornamental display and attract bees and other beneficial pollinators. The bold foliage adds texture and structure to ornamental gardens, while the globe-shaped buds provide a productive harvest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from added compost to encourage heavier cropping. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn colder regions, foliage may die back or become semi-dormant over winter, especially after hard frosts, but plants generally regrow from the crown in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Texture Plants","offers":[{"title":"2.5L","offer_id":49814944350455,"sku":"CYNSCO2.5","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/5211\/8007\/files\/image-to-come-2.jpg?v=1759310887","url":"https:\/\/textureplants.co.nz\/products\/cynara-scolymus","provider":"Texture Plants, Landscapes, Lush Lawns Christchurch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}