Harvested artichokes are actually flower buds which resemble unopened green pine cones. Choose a well-drained soil, loose and rich in organic matter. Locate purchased transplants in early May in a bright sunny location.
Individual plants make an interesting addition to flower gardens.
The gray-green spiny foliage is prone to leaf spot and bacterial blights. However, plants usually freeze out in Illinois. Green Globe' is the most common cultivar on the market. Copyright 1995 by the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois. The information provided is for educational purposes only.