Sowing Indoors-Start seeds in 4 inch pots in late January or early February. Transplant out 8 weeks later when the soil has warmed. Due to genetic make-up, about 20% of artichoke plants from seed will be useless, so cull (pick out) smaller and albino plants at the time of transplanting.
Sowing Outdoors-Direct sow in early spring when soil temperatures reach 55°F. Direct sown plants may not mature the first year in zones 6 and below.
Fertilization Tips-Apply 1 cup of a blended organic fertilizer or a shovelful of chicken manure around each transplant to provide the nutrition necessary for optimum production.
Harvesting Tips-Cut individual flowers before they start to open.
Seed Specs-Approximately 15-20 seeds per gram. Minimum germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 1 year.
Seed Saving Tip-Artichokes do not usually come true from seed and plants are typically propagated by division after flowering.

Seed Depth	Soil Temp. for Germ.	Days to Germination	Light Requirements	Thin Plants to
1/4"	55-75°F	10-20	Full Sun	3-6'