{"product_id":"japanese-artichoke","title":"Artichaut japonais","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"410\"\u003eJapanese Artichoke, also known as Crosne, is a unique and rewarding perennial grown for its small, knobbly white tubers. The flavour is delicate and slightly nutty, reminiscent of artichoke hearts with the crisp texture of water chestnuts. Plants form tidy green mounds through summer, producing abundant underground tubers in late autumn after the foliage dies back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"810\"\u003eThis unusual vegetable adds both novelty and culinary sophistication to the home garden and is especially well suited to permaculture and edible landscape designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"975\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Japanese Artichoke?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1020\" data-start=\"1017\"\u003eThrives in loose, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It performs well in coastal British Columbia and other temperate regions. Once established, plants spread gently and return reliably each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1542\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1271\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1274\" data-start=\"1271\"\u003eNative to Asia and introduced to Europe in the 19th century, Crosnes became particularly popular in France as a gourmet vegetable. Traditionally served lightly sautéed in butter or preserved by pickling, it remains a specialty crop prized by chefs and gardeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1800\" data-start=\"1544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1573\" data-start=\"1544\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1576\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1576\"\u003eZones 7–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable perennial; harvest after first frost for best flavour.\u003cbr data-end=\"1657\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1671\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003eZones 5–6:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch heavily to protect tubers through winter.\u003cbr data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1722\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in sheltered areas or lift and store tubers over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1800\" data-start=\"1544\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"1802\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1829\" data-start=\"1802\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1832\" data-start=\"1829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1845\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant tubers in spring 5–8cm deep and 30cm apart.\u003cbr data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1907\" data-start=\"1898\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose soil is essential for clean, easy harvesting.\u003cbr data-end=\"1962\" data-start=\"1959\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1975\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain even moisture during active growth.\u003cbr data-end=\"2023\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2035\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dig tubers in late autumn; leave some in the ground for next season’s crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2370\" data-start=\"2115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2115\"\u003eTuber Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2156\" data-start=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003ePerennial Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tubers left in soil will naturally resprout.\u003cbr data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"2225\"\u003eDivision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour.\u003cbr data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2303\" data-start=\"2291\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store harvested tubers cool and slightly moist until replanting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stachys affinis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41209859539057,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/crosne_cover.png?v=1793040431","url":"https:\/\/metchosinfarm.ca\/fr\/products\/japanese-artichoke","provider":"Metchosin Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}