The right seeds
You can either collect the seeds from the flowers of your artichoke yourself in autumn or you can buy seeds from stores. When buying seeds, you should make sure that the variety is reasonable hardy is. There is usually a note here: "Restrictedly hardy" or "To be hibernated outside with winter protection". You should harvest seeds by yourself sowing store in a cool, dry place.
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- Pull artichokes yourself
- Successfully propagate artichokes
- Planting and caring for artichokes in the garden
Sow and rear artichokes
Artichokes are on the windowsill in February preferredto make them that same year harvested can be. When sowing, proceed as follows:
- Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for two to three hours to increase germination.
- Then put the seeds in pots with potting compost and place them in a warm, light spot. The seedlings can develop optimally at 20 to 25 degrees.
- Water the substrate regularly so that it never dries out completely.
- The seedlings should show up after about three weeks.
- If the plants become too big, you should repot them in larger planters.
- When it gets warmer outside, you can occasionally move your young artichoke plants outside so that they get used to being outside.
Plant out the artichokes
After the ice saints, the artichokes can be placed in the bed. Choose a sunny, sheltered location and ensure sufficient nutrients in the soil by adding a good portion of compost before planting the artichoke.
Especially at the beginning, make sure that your artichoke is supplied with sufficient water.
Tips
To harvest Don't get very small buds, but let them bloom. So not only do you have a beautiful ornamental shrub in your garden, but you can also use seeds for it Multiplication collect.
