French Artichoke Exclusive The slightly cupped flowers cover

The slightly cupped flowers cover the entire robust plant

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but these elegant lilylike plants are particularly suited for growing indoors

patio or deck

French Artichoke Exclusive The slightly cupped flowers coverWhile this sun loving thistle variety is cultivated as a food, it also produces flowers and foliage that are a feast for the eyes! The emerging flower head consists of many small flower buds and bracts on an edible base. These purple, 3 6" blooms are gorgeously set off by the plant's striking silvery, prickly foliage. Great in back of a border and a dramatic cut flower. Dead flower heads can be left on the plants over the winter to provide visual