CERTIFIED ORGANIC! These tall, hardy plants produce seven to eight highly uniform, nearly spineless buds in the first growing season. The buds are sweet and tender. Imperial Star Organic artichoke seeds are a great choice for the home gardener or for open field production. The plants grow 90-120cm (36-48") tall. This variety is sometimes listed under the name Tavor. It's a bit easier to get first-season harvests from Imperial Star than some of the other artichoke varieties, but it is also perennial, so it will produce for several years to come. The buds are a terrific mid-summer treat.
Matures in 85-90 days. (Open-pollinated seeds)
Details
Botanical Name
Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus
Common Name
Imperial Star Artichoke
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
48 inches
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Gray Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Buds
Edible Harvest Period
Early to Mid Summer
Edible Use
- Pickling
- Cooking
- Baking
Fruit Colour
- Gray Green
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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