‘Imperial Star’ is an excellent variety to grow as an annual, and produces a good crop the first year. Buds are spineless, 3-4 inches across, and glossy green. When starting from seed, do everything you can to induce rapid growth in the plants, because in the end it will result in a bigger harvest. Start seeds inside between February and March, and transplant out in 8 weeks, after the soil has warmed and there is no danger of frost. 20% of the plants will probably not produce flowers, so cull the smaller ones on transplanting. To harvest: cut the flowers before they begin to open.
Important Info : Fleshy flowers are the edible portion of artichokes.Google Plant Images: click here!
Characteristics
Cultivar: Imperial StarFamily: Asteraceae
Size: Height: 0 ft. to 6 ft.
Width: 0 ft. to 4 ft.
Plant Category: annuals and biennials, vegetables,
Plant Characteristics:
Foliage Characteristics:
Flower Characteristics: unusual,
Flower Color: purples,
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Requirements
Bloomtime Range: not applicable
USDA Hardiness Zone: 8 to 10
AHS Heat Zone: Not defined for this plant
Light Range: Part Sun to Full Sun
pH Range: Not defined for this plant
Soil Range: Sandy Loam to Loam
Water Range: Normal to Normal
Fertilizing
Light
Watering
Planting
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