- Perennial 60cm
- Purple or purple-tinged buds
- Grows well from seed
Description
'Artichoke- Colorado Red Star' seeds
Cynara scolymus
Synonyms: Cynara cardunculus
- Perennial 60cm
- Purple or purple-tinged buds
- Grows well from seed
An early maturing variety of globe artichoke that grows well from seed, flowering in its first season. Plants are 30-90cm tall with spiny stems. The buds are are purple or green with purple tinges and 5-10cm in diameter. Each plant produces multiple buds per stem. A perennial that can be grown as an annual in cool climates.
Culinary use
Medicinal use
Seeds per gram: 20
Product code: B6-16
Best Months to Sow
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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| Arid |
Quick Sowing Guide
| Method | Sow direct |
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| Sowing Depth | 10mm |
| Season | Autumn or Spring |
| Germination | 14-21 days @ 21-26°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Hardy Perennial |
| Row Spacing | 100cm |
| Plant Spacing | 80cm |
| Plant Height | 60cm |
| Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 90 days |
*Notes: Can be grown as an annual or perennial. Protect from slugs and snails.
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How To Grow
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