Artichoke ‘Green Imperial Star’ Seeds – Heirloom Globe Artichoke

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.

🌱 Growing at a glance
🌱 Sowing: February–May or August–September
☀️ Light: Full sun
💧 Water: Deep, regular watering
🌡️ Germination: 14–21 days
📏 Height: 1.2–1.5 m
🪴 Spacing: 90–100 cm
⏳ Harvest: From the second year onwards

🌿 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.

🍽️ Garden to Table
Perfect for classic Mediterranean recipes that celebrate simple, seasonal ingredients.

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