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Brown on the outer leaves is fine– it’s caused by frost, which can help concentrate the flavor. Mold, and black or mushy spots, are to… Read More »Can I Eat An Artichoke With Brown Spots?

So what I learned is that if the leaves on the globe artichoke are turning purple then it’s way too over-ripe. Another sign is if… Read More »Why Is My Artichoke Purple?

Botrytis Rot, (also known as Gray Mold or Bud Rot), on artichokes is caused by the fungal pathogen Botrytis cinerea, a common and widespread pathogen… Read More »Can Artichokes Get Moldy?

The most important thing to look for when selecting artichokes are leaves (actually called bracts) that are tightly packed. When you squeeze an artichoke, a… Read More »How Do I Pick Out A Good Artichoke?

They clearly show that the small black things are aphids, common soft-bodied insect pests which are easy to manage. You can squish them, wash then… Read More »What Are The Black Spots On An Artichoke?

The heart, leaves, and stem are the edible portions of the plant. The very center of the flower head consists of prickly purple leaves and… Read More »Can You Eat The Purple Part Of An Artichoke?

Put ‘Em To Bed For longer life. Put your artichokes back in refrigerated storage for less shrink and better profit – whenever they’ve been on… Read More »Should You Keep Artichokes In The Fridge?

How to tell if cooked artichokes are bad? The best way is to smell and look at the artichokes: discard any that have an off… Read More »How Can You Tell If A Cooked Artichoke Is Bad?