Globe Artichoke – Cynara scolymus Seeds | 60 Seeds | Fast Growing Edible Perennial | Purple Blooms | Heirloom Vegetable

Grow your own gourmet favorite with these Globe Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) seeds. This fast-growing perennial produces large, edible flower buds prized for their tender hearts and rich flavor. In addition to being a productive vegetable, artichokes make a bold ornamental statement with their silvery-green foliage and striking purple blooms.

Globe Artichokes can grow into impressive plants in a single season, reaching up to 5 feet tall with dramatic, deeply lobed leaves. Harvest the unopened buds for delicious homegrown artichokes, or allow them to flower for stunning purple thistle-like blooms that attract pollinators. Perfect for kitchen gardens, edible landscapes, and Mediterranean-style plantings.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 60 Globe Artichoke seeds
✔️ Botanical name: Cynara scolymus
✔️ Open-pollinated seeds
✔️ Untreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Globe Artichoke
Botanical Name: Cynara scolymus
Plant Type: Perennial vegetable
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
Watering: Medium; keep soil consistently moist
Mature Height: 2–5 feet
Spread: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate (approximately 85–95 days to harvest)
USDA Zones: 8–10
Container Friendly: Yes, with large containers and good drainage

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil. Provide warmth and consistent moisture during germination. Space plants about 18 inches apart in rows 3–5 feet apart for best airflow and production.