When to Plant Artichokes in Zone 5
In USDA zone 5a, start seeds indoors around March 10, transplant or plant outdoors May 19 to October 16, and expect your first harvest around October 16. (5a shown here — see 5a and 5b dates separately below.)
Artichokes planting calendar for USDA Zone 5a
Average last spring frost
May 5
Average first fall frost
October 1
Start seeds indoors
Mar 10
Transplant outdoors
May 19
Projected first harvest
Oct 16
Most artichokes mature in about 120 to 150 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 149 frost-free days in zone 5a.
Artichokes planting calendar for USDA Zone 5b
Average last spring frost
April 30
Average first fall frost
October 5
Start seeds indoors
Mar 5
Transplant outdoors
May 14
Projected first harvest
Oct 11
Most artichokes mature in about 120 to 150 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 158 frost-free days in zone 5b.
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Varieties to grow
2 varieties of artichokes in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with artichokes
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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