Artichoke Italian 'Green Globe' Seeds - Gourmet Quality and Rich Flavor for Your Garden

Artichoke Italian – Green Globe Seeds – Growing Guide

Key Attributes:

• Mature Height: 3-4 feet (90-120 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil (pH 6.5-7.5)
• Uses: Culinary (hearts and leaves can be steamed, grilled, or baked), ornamental gardening

Why Grow Green Globe Artichokes?

Green Globe Artichokes are a fantastic addition to your garden for their:

• Delicious Flavor: A gourmet vegetable with a tender, nutty taste.
• High Yield: Produces multiple edible flower buds per plant.
• Long Lifespan: Can be grown as a perennial in warm climates or an annual in colder regions.
• Beautiful Ornamental Appeal: Adds a striking, architectural look to garden spaces.

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

• Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to enhance germination.

Sowing:

• Indoor Start: Begin indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost.
• Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix.
• Temperature: Maintain 70-75°F (21-24°C) for optimal germination.

Germination:

• Timeframe: 10-21 days with consistent moisture.
• Soil Moisture: Keep soil moist but avoid overwatering.

Transplanting:

• Timing: Move outdoors after the last frost when seedlings have two true leaves.
• Spacing: Place plants 3-4 feet apart in rows spaced 6 feet apart.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Provide regular watering, especially in dry conditions.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• First-Year Growth: Remove flower buds in the first year to encourage root establishment.
• Cold Protection: In colder climates, mulch heavily or grow as an annual.

Harvesting:

• Best Time to Harvest: Pick buds when they are firm and about 3 inches in diameter.
• Harvesting Method: Cut buds with a sharp knife, leaving a short stem attached.

Enjoy growing your own flavorful and beautiful Green Globe Artichokes for fresh, homegrown culinary delights!