The Artichoke 'Imperial Star' is an early-maturing variety renowned for its vigorous growth and high yield. Each plant produces 7 to 8 nearly spineless, uniformly round heads, each approximately 12 cm in diameter. The plants are broad and compact, making them suitable for large-scale cultivation. This variety is appreciated for its tender texture and mild, sweet flavor.
Key Features:
Early Maturity: Yields harvestable heads in 3-4 months if sown in February and transplanted after frost.
High Yield: Produces 7 to 8 heads per plant.
Uniform Heads: Round, nearly spineless, 12 cm in diameter.
Vigorous Growth: Broad, compact plants ideal for large-scale cultivation.
Superior Flavor: Tender and sweet, suitable for various culinary uses.
Tip: The plant is perennial but usually used as biannual or triannual for cultivation.
Large, compact plants with upright growth. Advised to be transplanted at the back side of the garden bed with enough space.
Flowers attract pollinators.
Uniform, round heads that are easy to harvest.
Nearly spineless, making handling simple and safe.
Species-specific cultivation instructions
Sowing: Sow indoors from late winter to early spring.
Transplanting: Plant out after the danger of frost has passed, in well-draining soil.
