{"title":"Artichokes \u0026 Cardoon","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"green-globe-artichoke-cynara-cardunculus-var-scolymus","title":"Green Globe Artichoke (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe classic artichoke we all know and love! Released in the early 19th century, the adaptable Green Globe grows up to 5 feet tall and produces large, bulbous heads with violet-shaded green bracts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e50 seeds minimum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eGermination: 35-45 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMaturity: 120-365 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eStart indoors 6-8 weeks prior to last frost. Plant seeds ½” deep in seed starting mix. Transplant in full sun after frost danger has passed. Compost well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSpace plants 36” apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Annie's Heirloom Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48491875565845,"sku":"A0093","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/0984\/4245\/files\/Green-Globe-Artichoke__41242.1667833544.1280.1280.jpg?v=1724263934"},{"product_id":"cardoon-cynara-cardunculus","title":"Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Mediterranean cousin of the globe artichoke, the cardoon’s broad, pale stalks can be fried, sautéed or steamed for an unmistakably “artichoke” taste. With eye-catching violet flowers and spiny silver-green leaves, it also makes a fine ornamental. Attracts pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35 seeds minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination: 12-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: 120-150 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart indoors 8-12 weeks prior to last frost. Plant seeds ½” deep in seed starting mix. Transplant in full sun after frost danger has passed. 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Purple flowers make a stunning display and are loved by pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35 seeds minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination: 12-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: 120-150 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart indoors 8-12 weeks prior to last frost. Plant seeds ½” deep in seed starting mix. Transplant in full sun after frost danger has passed. Compost well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants 36” apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Annies Heirloom Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48491940708629,"sku":"A2780","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/0984\/4245\/files\/Ivory-White-Cardoon__58497.1670347765.1280.1280.jpg?v=1724265270"},{"product_id":"purple-italian-globe-artichoke-cynara-scolymus","title":"Purple Italian Globe Artichoke (Cynara scolymus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ancient Mediterranean heirloom is loved for its stunning appearance and deliciousness. Its nutty, sweet, and slightly earthy flavor shines whether steamed, roasted, or braised. Sturdy plants feature purple-green artichokes complemented by striking silver foliage and purple flowers – a beautiful addition to any garden or plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 minimum seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination: 10-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturity: 120 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Plant ½” deep in seed starting mix. Transplant to full sun after frost danger has passed. Prefers well-drained soil with regular watering. 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