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Purple Italian Globe · Artichoke

Planting Schedule

Add Purple Italian Globe to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 12th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 16th
Harvest BeginsAug 13th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

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.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity150
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For best globe formation, start plants early and transplant once nighttime temperatures are reliably mild, then give consistent water through bud development.