Can I grow artichokes as an annual?
Yes. In cold regions, start them early and give the young plants a few weeks of cool weather to coax buds in the first year; in mild regions they grow as perennials.
When and how do I plant artichoke seeds?
Start indoors 8 to 12 weeks before your last frost, about a quarter to half an inch deep; they germinate in about 10 to 20 days.
How much space do artichokes need?
A lot. These big plants need full sun and about 3 to 4 feet between them in rich, well-drained soil.
How long until artichokes produce?
Grown as an annual with a cool spell, they can bud in about 85 to 100 days; as perennials, they crop well from the second year on.
When do I harvest artichokes?
Cut the buds while they are still tight and firm, before the scales open, leaving a few inches of stem. Harvesting the central bud encourages side buds.
How do I cook artichokes?
Steam or boil them and dip the leaves in butter, grill or roast the halves, or braise the tender hearts.
Q: “What is your shelf life? What conditions to store?”
You can easily store it for 3 years.
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