Out of Stock
For much of the year, we are selling seed that is still in the ground. You can pre-order based on our conservative harvest estimates. If the actual harvest is less than our estimates, we can usually find a similar strain to substitute within the same varietal group, so please check YES to “May We Substitute?”. If you select NO we will send a refund for any sold-out strains. An expert always considers your location, similar traits in strain, and any other strains already on your order to avoid duplicates. You are also welcome to add any notes if you have specific requests for possible substitutions, or you can request that we contact you if substitutions are necessary.
Original stock said to be from Seeds of Italy. A fascinating variety with much variability. Purple striping and large cloves. Some bulbs have only one layer of cloves and as few as 5 cloves total. Most bulbs have several layers and more cloves. With its purple striping, propensity to produce a scape, and relatively few cloves, we used to think Godfathers was a Marbled Purple Stripe. But, with its broad leaves and sometimes layered clove structure we now believe it to be an artichoke variety.
NOTE: Maximum allowable order size for this variety is 2 lbs.
Artichokes are versatile and do well in cold or hot climates.
When Will This Ship?
Orders shipping to Alaska will ship as soon as possible in September.
All other orders will be shipped in the order which they were received beginning in mid September. If you order late (after August 1), expect your order to ship mid-October thru November.
If you need it sooner, please leave us a note at checkout.
All orders will show as "processing" until they ship. You will receive an email with tracking once your order is en route.
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