Artichoke de Marseille

Globe Artichoke

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Botanical illustration of Artichoke de Marseille

🌱 90d to harvest Rosette

Sink your senses into Artichoke de Marseille’s tightly packed, silken bracts—an elegant globe that feels substantial in the hand …

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 14th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 6th
Harvest Begins	Sep 4th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	50
Min Night Temp (°F)	40
Harden Off (days)	7

Recommended Companions

White Sweet Spanish Onion

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common problem when growing Artichoke de Marseille, and how can I fix it?

Artichokes commonly suffer from powdery mildew, which shows up as a white, dusty coating on leaves in warm, humid weather. Improve airflow by spacing plants (and removing badly infected lower leaves), water at the base so foliage stays dry, and apply a sulfur-based fungicide early when patches first appear. Avoid overhead sprinkling, since wet leaves quickly worsen mildew on Artichoke de Marseille.

How often should I water Artichoke de Marseille during active growth?

During the 60–90 day main growth period, keep soil evenly moist but never soggy—water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Aim for deep watering that wets the root zone, typically about 1–2 inches of water per week depending on heat and soil type. Stop frequent watering as harvest approaches, but don’t let plants fully dry out, since stressed plants form smaller, tougher heads.

How do I know when Artichoke de Marseille is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the artichoke heads reach full size and the outer bracts are tight, with the inner tips still not fully open. Look for a firm, squeaky-feeling head and cut before the first purple flowers show at the center. If buds start to loosen and petals become visible, harvest immediately to get the best flavor and tenderness.

Sink your senses into Artichoke de Marseille’s tightly packed, silken bracts—an elegant globe that feels substantial in the hand and opens to reveal a tender, nutty heart. The flavor is distinctly rich and earthy with a gentle sweetness, making it a standout for roasting and steaming, as well as for creamy sauces and savory spreads. Garden with confidence: this 90-day globe artichoke delivers showy, uniform heads that reward careful harvest timing with peak tenderness.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.

Expert Note

Start globe artichoke early indoors and transplant only after nights are reliably mild, then mulch heavily to protect crowns.