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Artichoke 'Purple headed'

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CYNARA SCOLYMUS

PACKET CONTAINS 10 SEEDS

This is a perennial Artichoke that is a traditional variety. The plant produces silver-green leaves and edible flower buds, which is referred to as the chokes. Theses chokes are round to oblong and mostly tinged purple with a few splotches of green. Thorns are prominent on this variety.

  • Maturity in 290 - 400 Days
Method

Sow direct or raise seedlings. Keep moist

Sowing Depth 10mm
When to sow in Australia

Tropical:  Autumn and Winter

Temperate: Spring

Cool: Spring

Germination 15 to 25 days at 21-26°C 
Plant Spacing 150 - 200cm
Row Spacing 150 - 200cm
Height 150 -180cm
Position Full sun