Artichoke, Green Globe

Artichoke Green Globe (Cynara scolymus)

The globe artichoke is a perennial thistle, originating in Southern Europe around the Mediterranean. 6-8 buds per plant in the first year.

Plant type:  Perennial

Sow when:  Spring

Sow where:  Punnets

Spacing x Height:  100cm x 160cm

Position:  Full sun

Harvest:   175 days

Companion plants: Artichoke are prone to attack by aphids, so try planting garlic, onions, chives and/or shallots around them.

Growing Details: Deeply cultivated soil, rich in organic matter. Good drainage. They require regular watering but can develop mildew if overwatered.

Seeds per package: 8