‘Vert de Laon’ is one of the best-flavored varieties of artichoke available. 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. Next season’s crop will be rooted offshoots of the parent plants. 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: Vert De LaonFamily:Asteraceae
Size:Height: 0 ft. to 6 ft.
Width: 0 ft. to 4 ft.
Plant Category:perennials, vegetables,
Plant Characteristics:edible flowers,
Foliage Characteristics:medium leaves, coarse leaves,
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
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Planting
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