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03 Jun 20, Kobus Smal (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

Will it possible to grow artischokes at the western cape coastline with winter rain falls.

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03 Jun 20, Anonymous (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

Work out your climate zone from the description here in the BLUE TAB - CLIMATE ZONES. Looks to me you might be Dry summer sub-tropical. Then check the planting time in the monthly calendar guide.

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05 May 20, Rossana Parker (Canada - Zone 6b Temperate Warm Summer climate)

Another question. Can I grow globe artichokes in a big pot and again, does it need full sun? Thank you.

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12 May 21, Celeste Archer (Canada - Zone 7a Mild Temperate climate)

Artichokes are considered very deep rooted - with their tap root extending beyond 36" and generally running around 5' deep. Artichokes tend to be used to quickly (3-4 months) hold soil erosion at the side of a hill - just toss the seeds - this can be done as a temporary measure until perennials take hold or other measures are taken. My point is; they are really meant for areas where their tap roots can run deep. Mind you, I know a lot of veggies that people grow in containers that are really not suited to containers. If you tried to grow the artichoke in a container, expect stunted growth..... somehow it just seems cruel. Try searching the web for "vegetable root depth chart" -- and look at the vegetables that have shallow roots; they are most likely going to be the vegetables that do best in containers. Also in the medium rooted vegetables SOMETIMES their is a variety that is suitable for containers - for example TomatoFest (online seeds) has a project called "The Dwarf Tomato Project" where they have chosen tomatoes specifically for containers. If your buying seeds - most will tell you if they are suitable for containers.

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26 Nov 19, Grace Walker (USA - Zone 7a climate)

Hello, I am new to this. I would like to experiment with planting artichokes. I do not know what kind of soil I have...and how to make it friendly for this vegetable. Do you have suggestion? Do you know of a great online resources on this? Thanks!

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26 Sep 19, Janelle O'Shannessy (Australia - tropical climate)

Can you please advise if there is any type of artichoke that will grow in the tropics at all...Thank you

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26 Sep 19, Jacob Hoekstra (Australia - temperate climate)

Hi there, we are in the Geelong Victoria area and have been growing Jerusalem Artichokes for years. They just about grow anywhere as far as I know, but once you plant them they are hard to get rid of. They look like ginger and I only harvest them when I feel like it or my wife wants to make delicious Jerusalem Artichoke soup, or use the slices on pizza. The stems/plants grow very tall and you know when ready when the stems die down. Dig through the soil and you'll find a good crop.

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04 Jun 20, Irene (Australia - temperate climate)

Hi Jacob, we are in Bendigo and want to plant some Jerusalem Artichokes but can't seem to find out when is the best time to plant them and how long do they take to grow? Looking forward to your reply, Irene

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26 Sep 19, Anon (Australia - tropical climate)

Ring up some seed selling company like Diggers Club and ask them. It does say plant in mid autumn into winter.

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14 Aug 19, Kerstin (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)

We have some lovage plants what are compatible with this plant? thank's Kerstin

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