Product Name : Artichoke - Purple Headed Seeds Quantity : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds Mature Height : 4-5 feet Light Requirements : Full sun Soil Requirements : Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5 Uses : Culinary (fresh, cooked), ornamental garden plant
Product Details
Germination Rate : High Seed Freshness : New, ensuring optimal germination Origin : Sustainably sourced Shelf Life : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination
Planting Instructions
Seed Preparation
Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination rates.
Sowing
Timing: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date. Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Spacing: Space seeds 1 inch apart in rows or trays.
Germination
Temperature: Maintain a soil temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Duration: Seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Light: Provide plenty of light once seeds have germinated to prevent leggy growth.
Transplanting
Timing: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Spacing: Plant seedlings 24-36 inches apart in rows spaced 3-4 feet apart.
Care and Maintenance
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply and regularly. Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and control weeds. Harvesting: Harvest artichokes when the buds are still tight and before they open. Cut the bud with a sharp knife, leaving a few inches of stem attached.
