How to Grow Globe Artichoke

A cool-season fruiting for the home garden across the warmer US.

Globe Artichoke is a rewarding cool-season crop for backyard growers.

When to plant

Globe Artichoke is a cool-season crop. In the South and Southwest, plant in fall through winter when the heat eases. See your region on the globe artichoke page for exact timing.

Varieties

• Imperial Star, Bred to produce in its first year (Johnny's Selected Seeds)
• Green Globe, Classic perennial type (Baker Creek)

How to grow it

• Sun & soil: full sun, rich well-drained soil with even moisture.
• Spacing: about 100 cm (39 in) between plants.
• Sowing: sow about 1 cm deep.
• Water: roughly 6 L per plant every 3 days in hot weather.

Pests & problems

Watch for Aphids and Snails. In humid regions, Botrytis and Crown rot can appear, so space for airflow and water at the roots in the morning.

Harvest

Globe Artichoke is usually ready to harvest in about 6 months. Pick regularly to keep plants productive.

When to plant in your region

Pick your region to see exactly when to plant globe artichoke where you garden.

See also: Globe Artichoke in the plant library →

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