Artichoke Seeds - Colorado Red
Artichoke Seeds - Colorado Red
Artichoke Seeds - Colorado Red
Artichoke Seeds - Colorado Red

Colorado Red Artichoke Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Suitable for home gardening use
$16.99 USD
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Product description

Colorado Red Artichoke Seeds

Colorado Red Artichoke is a distinctive perennial vegetable variety that produces attractive red to purple-tinged buds and bold silvery-green foliage. Suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, edible landscapes, and ornamental plantings, this variety thrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture throughout the growing season.

Vegetable Seed
Perennial
Cold Tolerant
Edible Landscape

Key Features

Colorful Buds

Develops striking red-purple flower buds that add ornamental appeal to edible gardens.

Large Architectural Plants

Produces broad silvery-green foliage that creates a bold landscape feature.

Perennial Growth

Returns each season in suitable climates, producing reliable harvests after establishment.

Garden Versatility

Excellent for vegetable gardens, raised beds, borders, and decorative edible landscapes.

Product Highlights

Red-purple buds
Silvery-green foliage
Perennial vegetable
Architectural plant
Raised bed suitable
Edible landscape
Full sun
Rich well-drained soil

Specifications

Scientific Name Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus
Common Name Colorado Red Artichoke
Seed Type Vegetable Seed
Growth Habit Perennial Vegetable
USDA Zones 7–11
Planting Season Spring
Growing Season Spring Through Fall
Sowing Season Late Winter to Spring
Sowing Months February–April
Germination Time 10–21 Days
Germination Conditions 70–75°F (21–24°C)
Sunlight Full Sun
Soil Rich, Well-Drained Loamy Soil
Watering Moderate; Keep Soil Evenly Moist
Mature Size 3–5 ft Tall × 3–4 ft Wide
Plant Spacing 36–48 in Apart

Growing Guide

Step 1: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost.
Step 2: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and plants are well established.
Step 3: Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Step 4: Water consistently during active growth and apply mulch to help retain soil moisture.
Step 5: Harvest buds before they begin to open for the best quality and continued production.

Perfect For Vegetable Gardens, Raised Beds And Edible Landscapes

Colorado Red Artichoke combines ornamental beauty with dependable garden performance, producing colorful buds and bold foliage throughout the growing season. It is an excellent choice for home vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and decorative perennial plantings.