Violetto Globe Artichoke

Scientific Name: Cynara cardunculus (Scolymus Group) 'Violetto'

Also Known As

Cynara scolymus 'Violetto'

Plant type

perennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 5'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-10b

Violetto Globe Artichoke plant details

Violetto Globe Artichoke is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial fruit / vegetable with blue and white foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Violetto Globe Artichoke

Plant type: perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and white
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements

GROWING CONDITIONS for Violetto Globe Artichoke

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fancy pants 'Violetto' is the official "Aristocrat of Artichokes". Hailing from Northern Italy's Emilia-Romagna province, 'Violetto' pumps out deliciously tender, purple bracted 3" x 5" chokes in profusion. Pick them when they're young & compact for little to no choke. Nearly spineless, too! To 5' tall. Artichokes are easy plants to grow, but BIG. Give them at least a 3' footprint in an unsheltered, sunny spot. Artichokes LOVE the Bay Area & thrive near the coast. If you leave the buds growing on the plant they make gorgeous purple blooms that would stop any bee in its tracks! These are also great cut or dried. Feed monthly & plant in rich soil for best results! Summer water optional.