Cynara scolymus 'French'· Globe Artichoke
Planting Schedule
Add Cynara scolymus 'French' to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Mar 6th |
| Last Frost | May 15th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 8th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 1st |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 1st |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 40°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 85 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: Start indoors early and transplant only after nights reliably warm to establish a strong crown before summer growth ramps up.