Question: Do artichokes die back in winter? Should I cut the plants down or leave them? -Jenn D. Answer: Yes. Artichokes go dormant in hot weather, but their main dormancy period is in the winter when they die back to the ground. Considering that artichokes are grown as … [Read more...]
Common Questions and Answers About How to Grow Artichokes
Can you grow an artichoke plant from an artichoke? No, you cannot plant an artichoke to grow a full artichoke plant. However, artichokes can be easily propagated by division, or by taking a cutting (offshoot) from an existing artichoke plant. … [Read more...]
Can You Grow Artichokes From Cuttings?
Question: Can you grow artichokes from cuttings? How do you take the cutting? -Tyler W. Answer: In USDA zones seven through 11, artichokes are grown as tender perennials. Artichokes grown outside of those zones are grown from seed as annuals. In areas where artichokes can be … [Read more...]
What can I plant next to artichokes?
QUESTION: What can I plant next to artichokes? I'm trying to layout a small vegetable plot and not sure how to locate my artichoke plants. -Tammy A … [Read more...]