Vegetable

• Crops in : 180 Days
• Height : 6 feet

Description

With sharp spines greatly reduced and larger, heavier bearing, consistent quality globe-shaped heads. Height: 120-180cm (4-6ft).

Sowing Instructions

Sow outdoors in free draining soil in mid spring when the soil has warmed up. Sow 2-3 seeds in stations 30cm (12in) apart. Seed sown outdoors usually flowers the year after sowing.

Aftercare

After harvesting the main head, secondary heads will appear and these too can be used. In cold areas, cover the plant with a mulch of straw, compost or bracken to protect it through the winter.

Nutritional Information

Globe artichokes are very high in fibre, Vitamin C, folate, potassium, calcium, iron and phosphorus.