Green Globe
Asteraceae
Artichoke
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Green Globe was developed in the late 19th century and became the standard artichoke variety worldwide. It produces large, round buds with thick, meaty scales. Artichokes were cultivated by the ancient Greeks and Romans and were brought to California by Spanish missionaries in the 1600s.
Artichokes are a Mediterranean plant that can work in the PNW, especially in warmer microclimates. Green Globe is the classic variety. They survive most Bainbridge winters with protection. Even if grown as an annual, a homegrown artichoke is one of the most beautiful things you will ever harvest — the silvery foliage alone makes it a stunning garden plant.
Start from transplants (seed-grown plants are variable). Plant in spring after last frost in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Space 3-4 ft apart — artichokes are large plants (4 ft tall × 4 ft wide). They are heavy feeders: work lots of compost into the planting hole and side-dress monthly. Water deeply and consistently. Artichokes are perennial in mild climates — they may survive Bainbridge winters with heavy mulch (12" of straw over the crown). Harvest buds when they are tight and plump, before scales begin to open. Cut the bud with 2-3" of stem. The primary bud is largest; side buds are smaller but more numerous. After the main harvest, cut the stalk to the ground — the plant will produce a second crop.