Purple artichoke
Cynara Scolymus
The Purple Artichoke: A Jewel of the Mediterranean Vegetable Garden The purple artichoke, with its intense color and delicate flavor, is a must-have in vegetable gardens in the south of France. This variety, appreciated for its hardiness and productivity, offers a generous harvest of fleshy and...
Description
Height at maturity
1 m
Wingspan at maturity
1 m
Exposure
sun
Flowering
may-june-july-august
The Purple Artichoke: A Jewel of the Mediterranean Vegetable Garden
The purple artichoke, with its intense colour and delicate flavour, is a must-have in vegetable gardens in the south of France. This variety, appreciated for its hardiness and productivity, offers a generous harvest of fleshy and tasty heads. Discover all the secrets of its cultivation to successfully plant your artichokes and enjoy fresh artichokes all summer long.
Growing period and sowing :
-Sowing: The purple artichoke is generally sown in February-March under warm shelter. The seeds are sown in terrines or individual pots.
-Transplanting: Once the seedlings are sufficiently developed, they are transplanted into the open ground, preferably in May, when the risk of frost has passed. Choose a sunny location sheltered from cold winds.
Soil and planting :
-Soil: The artichoke appreciates deep soils, rich in organic matter and well drained. Adding compost in the fall before planting will improve soil structure and promote root growth.
-Distance and depth: Plant artichokes 80 to 100 cm apart and bury them up to the first leaves.
Cultivation maintenance :
-Watering: Artichokes need regular watering, especially during the growing season and during periods of drought. Mulching at the base of the plants will limit water evaporation and help maintain a constant soil temperature.
-Fertilization: Add a fertilizer rich in potassium in the spring to promote the formation of heads.
-Pruning: Regularly remove dry leaves and faded flowers to promote the production of new heads.
Beneficial associations :
Purple artichokes combine well with:
- Carrots: Carrots attract nematodes, which are harmful to artichokes.
- Lettuce: Lettuce provides shade at the base of the artichokes and improves the soil structure.
- Aromatics: Basil, rosemary or sage keep away certain harmful insects.
Harvest and yield :
-Harvest: Artichokes are harvested as they mature, from June to September. The heads are ready to be picked when the bracts are tight and the heart is still tender.
-Yield: An artichoke plant can produce several heads per season. The yield will depend on the growing conditions and the variety grown.
Storage :
Artichokes can be kept for a few days in the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp cloth. They can also be frozen after blanching.
Use in cooking :
The purple artichoke is a vegetable much appreciated for its delicate and slightly bitter flavour. It can be eaten raw, in salads, steamed, grilled or in barigoule.
Conclusion :
The purple artichoke is an easy-to-grow plant that will bring a Mediterranean touch to your vegetable garden. By following these tips, you will be able to enjoy fresh and tasty artichokes all summer long.
Features
- Common name : Purple artichoke
- Category : vegetable
- Spread : 1 m
- Foliage : evergreen
- Color of flowers : purple
- Harvest : june-july-august
- Use : vegetable garden - decorative - bouquets
- Habit : Spreading
- Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
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