• A single vibrant purple Italian globe artichoke, ready for harvest, stands tall in a garden.
  • Purple Italian Globe Artichokes on a plate showcasing their purple hues.
  • Purple Italian Globe artichoke with a few green leaves visible at its base, set against a blurred background.
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Artichoke Seeds - Purple Italian Globe

An Italian favorite, known for its delicious taste

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Easy to Grow
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cynaria scolymus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 120-365 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Green
  • Purple

Grow Heirloom Artichokes - Plant Purple Italian Globe Artichoke Seeds

Add some color and ornamental interest to your garden by planting Purple Italian Globe Artichoke seeds. An open-pollinated variety brought to us from Italy, this heirloom produces large, purple-headed fruits. More tolerant to temperature extremes, Purple Italian Globe are tender and more succulent than typical green varieties.

  • • Tender and tasty
  • • Heirloom Variety
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • High

PLANT SPACING

  • 30 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 282
1 Ounce 4,000

Planting Guide

View our Artichoke Planting Guide to learn more.

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Artichoke Seeds - Purple Italian Globe

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Artichoke Seeds - Purple Italian Globe FAQs

Is Purple Italian Globe Artichoke resistant to animals or disease?

Purple Italian Globe Artichoke is rabbit resistant, meaning rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Purple Italian Globe Artichoke?

Purple Italian Globe Artichoke is an open pollinated seed.

How big will Purple Italian Globe Artichoke get?

Purple Italian Globe Artichoke grows to 3-6 inches in diameter.

What is the flavor profile of Purple Italian Globe Artichoke?

Purple Italian Globe Artichoke has a flavor profile described as nutty, earthy, and slightly bitter.

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