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

Short-lived perennial where winters are mild, but often grown as an annual in climates with warm days and cool nights.

Feeding

Spacing

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

Sow and Plant

Best raised from buying or splitting off shoots which arise from the roots of mature plants.
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Notes

Need plenty of water, so mulch generously to keep the soil cool and moist.

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)

Leaf-Footed Bug

Slug

Snail