Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 5-7 days
Stems in Water
- Trim stem ends and place in jar with an inch or two of water
- Loosely cover with plastic bag
- Refrigerate
- Change water every couple of days
Alternative another good method that's just different 3-5 days
Damp Paper Towel
- Wrap in damp paper towel
- Place in plastic bag
- Refrigerate
Protect your produce
This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
Fridge Friend absorbs ethylene gas, bacteria, odours, and excess moisture to make your food stay fresh longer.
Revival Tips
Wilted cardoon can still be used in cooked dishes; trim tough outer strings if needed.
Fun Facts
- Cardoon is a thistle related to artichoke; the stalks are blanched and cooked like celery, popular in Mediterranean cooking.