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ARTICHOKE Imperial Star - Cynara scolymus

Heirloom

Stock: Out Of Stock

SKU Code: V 134

Family: Asteraceae
Characteristics: Perennial thistle 1.4-2 m

Seed per packet: Approx. 10
Seed per gram: Approx. 20

Imperial star is a perennial thornless artichoke is an improved Green Globe type that produces excellent green uniform globe round-shaped globes that are very sweet and tender.

Can be planted and harvested in one season.

Grow notes:

Prefers deep rich soil in an open sunny position, frost resistant but drought tender.

Tropical: Autumn and Winter. 
Temperate: Spring and Autumn.
Cold: Spring.

Sow: 5mm deep.
For best results sow directly into the soil where they are to grow.
Germination: 5-7 days.
Plant space: 60cm
Row space: 60 cm
Maturity: 52 weeks

Feed regularly with a soluble fertiliser for more vigorous plants. To promote new growth harvest continuously.

Prefers a deep rich soil in an open sunny position, frost resistant but drought tender.

Tropical: Autumn and Winter. 
Temperate: Spring and Autumn.
Cold: Spring.

Sow: 5mm deep.
For best results sow directly into soil where they are to grow.
Germination: 5-7 days.
Plant space: 60cm
Row space: 60 cm
Maturity: 52 weeks

Feed regularly with a soluble fertiliser for stronger plants.To promote new growth harvest continuously.

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