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Globe Artichoke

globe artichoke

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Worth growing for both their statuesque appearance as well as their flowerheads, which if picked and cooked before the flowers emerge, are delicious when drizzled with butter. Impressive and decorative perennials, they look wonderful in the border, adding height and structure. If grown purely as a vegetable, they should be replaced every three years to stop them getting too woody.

How to care for globe artichoke Cynara cardunculus Scolymus Group:

Plant globe artichokes in well prepared soil that has been enriched with well-rotted garden compost and water in well, continuing to do this when in growth until established. Once established, it needs little maintenance. Clumps should be divided every four or five years, to produce new, more vigorous plants. Harvest buds when still tightly closed.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
1.2m
Position:

Full sun

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

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