Plant in a sheltered location in well draining soil.
Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Plein Blanc Inerme is thought of as half hardy, so remember to watch your frost dates and ensure you have this plant protected when the temperature dips.By our calculations, you should look at sowing Plein Blanc Inerme about 30 days after your last frost date.
Cynara cardunculus is an ornamental form of the edible artichoke that grows best in well drained soils and is very drought tolerant.1