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When to Plant Artichoke in Zone 5b

Family: Asteraceae Flowering vegetable
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Planting Schedule

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Plan your Artichoke harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 5b planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 5b

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 9th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsApr 20th
Harvest BeginsSep 17th
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

Recommended Companions

Inca II Marigold
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Kettle River Giant Garlic
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German Extra Hardy Garlic
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Red Gem Marigold
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Purly Chives
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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.