Nutrition information for artichokes and tips on how to. select, store and prepare them. Health Benefits. [All Fruits] [All Vegetables] Artichokes are unopened flower buds. How to Select. Choose plump artichoke heads with tightly closed leaves, heavy for size.
Time Frame. Traditionally, baby shower guests are expected to buy a present for the mother-to-be, so etiquette mandates that you send invitations anywhere between four to six weeks ahead of the party. This allows invitees plenty of time to RSVP and find an appropriate gift. The timeline holds true for email invitations as well.
Best Answer: I believe around a month before the shower. You don't want to send it out too early because people will forget about it, but not too close to the date because people may need to adjust their schedules, esp if you have guests who live in a different city or town.