Grow guide

Globe Artichoke

Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus

Planting + spacing

Days to harvest
180 days – 365 days
Harvest window
30 days
Spacing in row
18"
Row spacing
36"

Sun + water

Sun hours
6 hrs – 8 hrs
Water per week
1.5"
Container friendly
Prefers beds

Companions

Plant with

comfrey, chives, marigold french, nasturtium

Avoid

potato russet

Next steps

Add globe artichoke to one of your gardens to generate spacing-aware layouts and watering reminders based on your zone.

Post-harvest storage tip

Refrigerate harvested spears or stalks wrapped in damp towels and use within one week.

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