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    Growing Artichokes in the Northeast

    The artichoke that is cultivated as a vegetable is a variety of cardoon (Cynara cardunculus, Zones 7–10), or artichoke thistle, a thistle-type perennial in the sunflower family that’s native to…

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    California Springtime

    I am on the road again--springtime--and I am off across the country speaking to gardeners and herbal enthusiasts from coast to coast and in-between.

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    How to Grow Artichokes

    You may be surprised to learn you can grow artichokes just about anywhere, if you choose the right growing technique for your climate.

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    Braised Artichokes with Leeks and Peas

    As the season progresses, take advantage of fava beans, baby carrots, asparagus, spring turnips, or the first zucchini. For a fall stew, add diced celery root along with the artichokes.

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    Braised Young Vegetables

    Use just-picked veggies and homemade broth to make this dish the best it can be.