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Violet de Provence · Artichoke

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Violet de Provence to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 18th
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 13th
Harvest BeginsSep 10th
Harvest EndsSep 27th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity120
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitClumping
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For tender, high-quality young buds, start plants early and keep soil evenly moist after transplanting to avoid stress-driven toughening.