This will ensure that your plants will be well developed before the cold weather sets in. This is due to the genetic makeup of the plants and not an inherent problem with our seed stock. Cull sickly and albino plants at transplanting time. Eliminate non-productive plants after the growing season is over. From your select plants, you will be able to save seed and divide the clumps to increase your stands.
Division is a good method for propagating additional plants with known traits.
Green Globe Artichoke Attractive, ornamental perennial with edible flower buds. The plant will require winter protection if you live in a zone that experiences severe freezing. A relative of the artichoke, the growing characteristics and requirements are similar. However, instead of consuming the flowers, like you do with an artichoke, the thick, fleshy leaf bases, hearts and roots are eaten. They have a slightly spicy, celery-like flavor.