Artichoke Imperial Star Cynara scolymus – Bare Root
Regular price
$7.90 SGD
per
Description
Artichoke Imperial Star, scientifically known as Cynara scolymus ‘Imperial Star’, is an edible vegetable plant known for its bold silver-green foliage and large artichoke flower buds.
It is commonly grown in edible gardens, vegetable gardens, large pots, balcony gardens and home garden displays. Artichoke is appreciated both as an edible plant and as an attractive garden plant because of its unique foliage and architectural growth habit.
Our Artichoke Imperial Star plants are grown in our Thailand nursery following organic growing standards.
Pre-Order Notice
This is a pre-order live plant item. Estimated fulfilment time is 5–7 days before delivery or collection. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly depending on availability and harvest condition.
This listing is for bare root Artichoke Imperial Star. The plant will be sent with bare roots and must be repotted upon arrival.
Best For
Home edible gardens
Vegetable gardens
Large pots and containers
Balcony and outdoor growing spaces
Growers who want to start with bare root plants
Key Features
Artichoke Imperial Star, Cynara scolymus ‘Imperial Star’
Edible vegetable plant
Bold silver-green foliage
Known for edible artichoke flower buds
Suitable for large pots and containers
Grown in our Thailand nursery
Sent as bare root plant
Must be repotted upon arrival
Care Guide
Light: Full sun to bright light, ideally 6–8 hours daily
Water: Keep media evenly moist, but not waterlogged
Airflow: Grow in a bright and airy outdoor location
Media: Repot using Chaiyo Universal Substrate
Optional Amendment: Add Perlite 2–4mm or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm if your growing area is humid, low-airflow or the media stays wet for too long
Avoid: Soggy media, poor airflow and small shallow pots for long-term growing
Recommended Chaiyo Mix for Home Growing
At our Thailand nursery, we grow Artichoke Imperial Star using 100% Chaiyo Universal Substrate under nursery growing conditions.
For home growing, we recommend
Chaiyo Universal Substrate as a suitable potting base. Artichoke Imperial Star grows best in a larger pot with good sunlight, airflow and consistent moisture.
If your growing area is more humid, low-airflow, or the media stays wet for too long, add Perlite 2–4mm or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm to improve drainage and airflow.
Adjust watering based on sunlight, airflow, heat and humidity. Keep the media lightly moist, but avoid letting it stay soggy.
Harvesting Note
Artichoke buds form when the plant is mature and growing conditions are suitable. Bud production depends on plant maturity, sunlight, pot size, care and growing conditions.
Important Note
This is a live plant. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly from photos. Bare root Artichoke Imperial Star must be repotted as soon as possible after receiving.
Artichoke Imperial Star Cynara scolymus – Bare Root
Regular price
$7.90 SGD
per
Estimated delivery: 2-4 working days.
Free Shipping & Returns: On orders above $60
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Artichoke Imperial Star, scientifically known as Cynara scolymus ‘Imperial Star’, is an edible vegetable plant known for its bold silver-green foliage and large artichoke flower buds.
It is commonly grown in edible gardens, vegetable gardens, large pots, balcony gardens and home garden displays. Artichoke is appreciated both as an edible plant and as an attractive garden plant because of its unique foliage and architectural growth habit.
Our Artichoke Imperial Star plants are grown in our Thailand nursery following organic growing standards.
Pre-Order Notice
This is a pre-order live plant item. Estimated fulfilment time is 5–7 days before delivery or collection. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly depending on availability and harvest condition.
This listing is for bare root Artichoke Imperial Star. The plant will be sent with bare roots and must be repotted upon arrival.
Best For
Home edible gardens
Vegetable gardens
Large pots and containers
Balcony and outdoor growing spaces
Growers who want to start with bare root plants
Key Features
Artichoke Imperial Star, Cynara scolymus ‘Imperial Star’
Edible vegetable plant
Bold silver-green foliage
Known for edible artichoke flower buds
Suitable for large pots and containers
Grown in our Thailand nursery
Sent as bare root plant
Must be repotted upon arrival
Care Guide
Light: Full sun to bright light, ideally 6–8 hours daily
Water: Keep media evenly moist, but not waterlogged
Airflow: Grow in a bright and airy outdoor location
Media: Repot using Chaiyo Universal Substrate
Optional Amendment: Add Perlite 2–4mm or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm if your growing area is humid, low-airflow or the media stays wet for too long
Avoid: Soggy media, poor airflow and small shallow pots for long-term growing
Recommended Chaiyo Mix for Home Growing
At our Thailand nursery, we grow Artichoke Imperial Star using 100% Chaiyo Universal Substrate under nursery growing conditions.
For home growing, we recommend
Chaiyo Universal Substrate as a suitable potting base. Artichoke Imperial Star grows best in a larger pot with good sunlight, airflow and consistent moisture.
If your growing area is more humid, low-airflow, or the media stays wet for too long, add Perlite 2–4mm or French Bark Nugget 8–15mm to improve drainage and airflow.
Adjust watering based on sunlight, airflow, heat and humidity. Keep the media lightly moist, but avoid letting it stay soggy.
Harvesting Note
Artichoke buds form when the plant is mature and growing conditions are suitable. Bud production depends on plant maturity, sunlight, pot size, care and growing conditions.
Important Note
This is a live plant. Plant size, shape and fullness may vary slightly from photos. Bare root Artichoke Imperial Star must be repotted as soon as possible after receiving.

