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Globe artichoke 'Green Globe Improved'

Cynara scolymus

Green Globe Improved is part of the Cynara genus and is a Globe artichoke variety. Its scientific name is Cynara scolymus 'Green Globe Improved'. This variety is a Vegetable that typically grows as an Perennial, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of three years or more.

Typically, Green Globe Improved Globe artichoke is normally fairly low maintenance and can thus be quite easy to grow - only a basic level of care is required throughout the year to ensure it thrives. Being aware of the basic growing conditions this plant likes (soil, sun and water) will result in a strong and vibrant plant.

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How to grow Globe artichoke 'Green Globe Improved'

Keep in mind when planting that Green Globe Improved is thought of as half hardy, so it will need cloching or fleece protection when the temperature dips. Green Globe Improved requires a loamy soil with a ph of 5.6 - 6.6 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Green Globe Improved from seed

Try to ensure a gap of at least 1.95 feet (60.0 cm) when sowing to prevent overcrowding your seedlings. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Green Globe Improved about 48 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Green Globe Improved

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Green Globe Improved is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Green Globe Improved

Globe artichoke 'Green Globe Improved' information

How long does Green Globe Improved take to grow?

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When should I sow Green Globe Improved?

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