Tag: Artichoke

We San Diego gardeners have an amazingly wide selection of vegetables to grow. Most vegetables come from regions with far more rainfall than ours naturally offers, but some of our favorite garden edibles need very little coddling in San Diego’s dry, Mediterranean climate, including one of my favorites—the artichoke. Can I grow artichokes in Southern […]

Directions. Drain the artichoke hearts and chop in ¼” pieces. Spread the artichoke hearts and washed, dried baby spinach on dehydrator trays. Dehydrate at 135°F for 5-8 hours, until the artichokes are completely dried. How do I dry artichokes? Attach a piece of string to the closed safety pin and hang the artichoke upside down […]

Pruning – Continue Care After Harvest Simply cut the artichoke stem back to a few inches above the ground. Apply a thick mulch of leaves or straw over your artichoke bed to protect the plants for cold winters. If the winter weather dips below 15 degrees, some plants may be damaged. What do you do […]

Controlling Ants and Sooty Mold Bait stations containing a sugar-based bait give the ants an easy alternative food source that will destroy the colony over time. Sooty mold-contaminated artichokes are safe to eat, but you will need to wash the harvested heads with soap and water to remove the mold colonies. How do I keep […]

Yes! Yes, you can compost artichokes. The soft “hearts” compost down quickly whereas the fibrous bits of the leaves (what is usually leftover from eating a globe artichoke) take a bit longer. What leaves should not be composted? Bad leaves for composting: Bad leaves are those higher in lignin and lower in nitrogen and calcium. […]

Troubled by few diseases, artichokes can attract their fair share of sap-feeding pests and the ants that accompany them. Why are there ants on my artichoke? A: Ants in artichokes usually indicate the presence of aphids in said ‘chokes. Ants feed on “honeydew,” which is partially digested plant sap excreted by aphids. Two aphid species […]

To mulch artichokes, I start by cutting the plants back to about 6 inches above the ground. I then top the plants with the thick layer of straw. Mulched garden artichokes are then covered with a portable cold frame while my mulched polytunnel plants are topped with an old row cover. When should artichokes be […]

In this climate artichokes do just fine all winter and infact they put on most of their growth during the cold months when not much else wants to grow. Making them that much more useful as animal feed since everything else has gone dormant. 3) My goats love them! Geese too. Do squirrels eat artichokes? […]

Yes! Carbs in artichokes are low, but keep portion sizes in mind and look for keto artichoke recipes that fit your macros. How many carbs are in artichoke hearts? Artichoke Hearts (2 pieces) contains 2g total carbs, 2g net carbs, 2g fat, 0g protein, and 20 calories. How many carbs are in a cup of […]

For the Globe Artichoke, pollination is brought on by insects or other vectors of movement. This includes agitation of the flower which would result in movement of pollen. Clearly, the artichoke is not picky about the help it requires. Are artichokes self pollinating? Pollination Requirements: Artichokes are self-fertile. Hardiness: Artichokes will die back after hard […]

When and How to Harvest Artichokes. Artichoke harvest starts in late July or early August and continues well until frost. Buds are generally harvested once they reach full size, just before the bracts begin to spread open. Harvesting artichokes requires that you cut off the bud along with 3 inches (8 cm.) How do you […]

Cynara scolymus ‘Improved Green Globe’ Harvest your own tender artichokes! Big flower buds that form at the tops of stalks may be cut for eating. If not cut, buds open to spectacular purple, thistle-like flowers, great for arrangements. Can you eat artichokes that have flowered? Artichokes are an easy and satisfying edible crop. The bud, […]

The Green Globe Improved artichoke is not only a highly nutritious food, the plant is so attractive it is also grown as an ornamental. Can you eat green globe artichoke? Cynara scolymus ‘Improved Green Globe’ Harvest your own tender artichokes! Big flower buds that form at the tops of stalks may be cut for eating. […]

Jerusalem artichoke (JA) flour is a source of inulin and phenolic compounds. • Biscuits were obtained by partial substitution of wheat with JA and amaranth flour. • Biscuits sensory characteristics and quality attributes were evaluated. Is artichoke flour gluten free? Jerusalem Artichoke Powder is a fine, versatile powder made from the Jerusalem artichoke, also called […]

Artichokes thrive in areas with mild winters, cool summers and plenty of moisture. As a perennial, artichokes perform well in hardiness Zones 7-11. Colder zone gardeners can grow artichokes as an annual vegetable or over-winter their perennial varieties in a sheltered area. Where do artichokes grow best? Artichokes are best grown in damp weather, with […]

Be careful when digging this up, as artichokes have a deep tap root. You can divide the young taproot lengthwise into more than one plant. The soil where you transplant your pups should be amended with organic material and watered deeply before transplanting. Is artichoke a stem or root? Physical description. Artichoke plants feature a […]

Canned artichokes, usually a better value than the frozen, are packed in water, salt, and citric acid (this keeps them from discoloring). A 14 oz. can will usually cost about $3.00 in New York and brands like Goya, Roland, and Trader Joe’s all import or produce them. Are canned artichokes any good? They are nutritious, […]

Trader Joe’s Artichoke Hearts, Packed in Water, 14oz/400gr (Pack of 2) What aisle are canned artichokes in? Canned artichoke hearts can be found in the canned vegetable aisle. They may be marinated or packed in water. You may even find artichokes in the frozen produce aisle. Does Trader Joe’s have artichokes? Trader Joe’s has more […]

While some frozen artichokes come packed in a block, the best option is the bag, which is becoming a more common choice these days. Trader Joe’s definitely carries it but I’ve also seen it at Whole Foods. The benefit with the bag is you don’t need to defrost the whole block. Are frozen artichokes already […]

Artichoke Antipasto Salad with Basil Vinaigrette has artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, olives, and red onions, and this tasty salad is perfect for a summer party! What do you use artichoke antipasto for? Store any extra Artichoke Antipasto in a jar in the fridge and serve it with healthy crackers, mixed into pasta or cauliflower […]