Purple Romagna Artichoke – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds

You’ll Love It Italian Heirloom: A traditional favorite from northern Italy with outstanding flavor and beauty. Vibrant Color: Deep purple buds stand out in the garden and on the table. Deliciously Tender: Harvested young, the buds are tender with rich, nutty flavor. Perennial Producer: Grows as a perennial in zones 7–10, yielding for years with care. Plant Characteristics Height: 3–4 feet Growth Habit: Upright, perennial with silvery-green foliage and tall flower stalks Bud Type: Round, slightly pointed purple buds with fleshy bracts Days to Maturity: 120–150 days (first year harvest possible if started early) Hardiness: Perennial in zones 7–10; grow as annual in cooler climates Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Rich, nutty, and slightly sweet with a tender texture Culinary Uses: Perfect for steaming, grilling, baking, or stuffing; also makes stunning edible garnishes Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Tarragon, peas, sunflowers, and marigolds Avoid Planting Near: Potatoes and corn, which compete for nutrients Bonus Benefit: Also attracts pollinators when buds are allowed to bloom Common Issues and Solutions Aphids or Slugs: Use neem oil or diatomaceous earth and encourage beneficial insects No Bud Formation: Needs full sun, rich soil, and consistent moisture Winter Dieback: Mulch heavily in fall or grow in containers for overwintering indoors in cold zones Seeds Per Packet 1g Approximately 22 3g Approximately 66