Green Imperial Star is a classic heirloom globe artichoke valued for its dependable performance and abundant production of large, green buds. This perennial variety forms impressive silvery-green foliage, making it both a productive crop and a striking architectural feature in the garden.
The tender, meaty hearts have a mild, traditional artichoke flavour and are perfect for simple preparations such as steaming, grilling or baking. With the right care, plants continue to produce year after year, offering long-term harvests from a single sowing.
ðą Growing at a glance
ðą Sowing: FebruaryâMay or AugustâSeptember
âïļ Light: Full sun
ð§ Water: Deep, regular watering
ðĄïļ Germination: 14â21 days
ð Height: 1.2â1.5 m
ðŠī Spacing: 90â100 cm
âģ Harvest: From the second year onwards
ðŋ Growing tips
Start seeds early for stronger plants and protect young growth from frost. After harvesting the main central bud, allow side shoots to develop for smaller secondary artichokes. Mulch well over winter in colder areas.
