Cynara scolymus - A highly prized Italian heritage perennial vegetable renowned for its stunning, violet-purple flushed heads and exceptional, nutty flavour. It doubles as a dramatic ornamental plant featuring large, fountain-like, silvery-grey jagged foliage. 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. Height 1.5 to 2 metres. Priced for: a 1 litre pot