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Globe artichoke 'Romanesco'

Cynara scolymus

Romanesco is a variety of Globe artichoke which is a member of the Cynara family. Its botanical name is Cynara scolymus 'Romanesco'. 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.

Romanesco Globe artichoke is normally fairly low maintenance and quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

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How to grow Globe artichoke 'Romanesco'

Romanesco is generally regarded as a half hardy plant, so it will need protecting in periods of cold weather. Romanesco needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.6 to 6.6 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Romanesco from seed

Try to ensure a gap of at least 1.95 feet (60.0 cm) when sowing to prevent overcrowding your seedlings. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 18°C / 64°F.

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

Transplanting Romanesco

Romanesco is half hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Romanesco

Globe artichoke 'Romanesco' information

How long does Romanesco take to grow?

These estimates for how long Globe artichoke 'Romanesco' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

When should I sow Romanesco?

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