Artichoke (Globe) Growing Guide

Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Rich, well drained, with plenty of compost added.

Position

Full sun or partial afternoon shade.

Frost tolerant

Yes, survives mild frosts, can protect with straw or fleece.

Feeding

Can apply weekly liquid feed in summer if necessary.

Spacing

Single Plants: 90cm (2' 11") each way (minimum)
Rows: 90cm (2' 11") with 90cm (2' 11") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Best raised from buying or splitting off shoots which arise from the roots of mature plants.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Need plenty of water so they benefit from having a layer of mulch such as well rotted compost around them to retain moisture.

Harvesting

Use a sharp knife to cut the heads (flower buds) with 2 inches of stem attached while they are still closed or justly slightly opening.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Artichoke (Globe)

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail