Artichoke 'Romanesco'
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Green Globe Artichoke Romanesco Carciofo – (Cynara scolymus) , offered by Weston Seeds
The Romanesco Carciofo Green Globe Artichoke is a robust variety that produces dark green buds with a slight purple tinge. Although first-year artichokes are smaller and fewer in number, the quality of the harvest improves considerably in the second and third years. The buds are harvested when they are between 5 and 9 cm in diameter, and the edible parts include the fleshy base of the scales and the firm heart. This perennial plant can reach up to 1.5 m in height in one year, bringing elegance and flavor to your garden.
Days to maturity : 80 to 90 days
Fruit size : 5 to 9 cm (3 to 6 inches)
Plant height : 85 to 90 cm (34 to 36 inches)
Plant spacing : 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 inches)
Exposure : Full sun
Sowing : Indoors, 8 to 12 weeks before last frost
Cultivation method:
Start seedlings indoors 8 to 12 weeks before the last expected frost date in your area. Sow seeds 1/4" (6 mm) deep in a potting mix, maintaining a temperature of 70 to 80°F (21 to 26°C) to promote rapid germination. When seedlings are 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) tall, transplant them into individual 4" (10 cm) pots and grow on at a temperature of 60 to 70°F (15 to 21°C).
Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors, spacing them 24 to 36 inches (60 to 90 cm) apart and 6 feet (1.75 m) between rows. Plant in fertile, organic, well-drained soil in full sun. Keep the soil evenly moist by applying a thin layer of mulch, increasing it to 4 inches (10 cm) as the plants grow. Protect plants from frost and cold temperatures during their harvest period.
A tasty and ornamental plant!
The Romanesco Carciofo Green Globe Artichoke is an ideal variety for passionate gardeners who want to combine aesthetics with delicious harvests. With its long life and generous harvests from the second year, it is perfect for enhancing your vegetable garden while offering a tender and refined flavor to your dishes.
