Artichoke Green Globe
Globe shaped green fruit with a purplish base. Productive and good tasting. Perennial. Suits cool areas.
Description
Features
- High in vitamins
- Long harvest
- Very versatile
Seed Count
55
How to grow
Position
Full sun or part shade
How
Sow direct in warm conditions or raise in trays of Yates Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and keep moist. Transplant when 5-7cm high.
Care
Choose a well drained sunny position. Prepare soil by adding Yates Blood & Bone. When first flowers appear begin applying Thrive Flower & Fruit regularly. Keep well watered. Harvest when green or leave until a sweeter red. Protect from snails with Yates Blitzem.
Hint
Great companion plant for basil. Warmth is essential for good fruit set. Pick fruit regularly to prolong cropping.
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