Globe Artichoke, Violetto d' Provence

Cynara scolymus - From the South of France. A medium purple globe variety with light green to pale violet leaves, similar to Green Globe in its habit, but with a finer flavour, & attractive large purple thistle-like flower heads on thistle-like plants. Can also be grown in herbaceous borders. Height to 2 metres. Globe artichokes need to be planted where they will stay, and require a sunny site with reliable moisture. They are tolerant of salty air and will grow quite happily near the sea. Priced for: strong 3 litre pot