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Cynara scolymus

Artichoke

Artichoke

Exposure

  • Soleil

Bloom time

  • Août
  • Septembre

  • Joli légume-fleur
  • Comestible
  • Annuelle
  • Feuillage très décoratif en plate-bande
  • Fleurs mauves

Very productive large-caliber bulb variety of the porcelain type (rigid neck), renowned for its exceptional conservation (6-8 months), its nutritional value and its strong flavor. Good variety for planting in October. Don't forget to corkscrew the flowers around June 20, so that the bulb, which will be harvested a month later, can grow to its full size. Once harvested, let the entire bulb dry, with the foliage, in a dry place protected from bad weather, for about two weeks. Then clean the bulb, cut the stem and store at room temperature, away from light.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
61 - 76 cm
Spread
61 - 76 cm
Height
76 - 91 cm
Spacing
24 - 30 in.
Spread
24 - 30 in.
Height
30 - 36 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Buissonnant

Flowering colours:

  • Mauve

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Copieux
  • fréquent et réguliers

Maintenance:

  • Facile

Soil requirement:

  • Riche et bien drainé

Features

Resistance:

  • Sécheresse

Attract:

  • Pollinisateurs

Use:

  • Pleine terre

Attribute:

  • Comestible

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