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  • Answered by
    Cathy on
    July 25, 2011
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    Perennials, such as artichokes normally take at least 3 years to become firmly established and produce profusely. They are heavy feeders, so make sure you are side dressing them with plenty of rich organic material. You should see more, and larger fruit next year.

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  • Answered by
    Cathy on
    July 30, 2011
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    Artichokes like any other perennial need at least 3 years to become fully established. Once that happens you should see an increase in both size and production of your artichokes. Their still very young plants.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    September 10, 2011
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    You can build a cage around the plants with chicken wire and then fill that cage with leaves or straw, then cover this with burlap. This will keep them cozy through winter.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    December 4, 2011
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    There are a wide variety of pests it could be. In almost all cases, it is either a rodent or the larva of an insect. Rodents will leave teeth marks, while larva leave burrow like indentations.

    If you suspect larva, treating the soil with a pesticide should take care of the problem.

    With rodents, this article may help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/garden-mouse-control.htm

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    April 8, 2012
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    No, they need a period of chilling in order to flower. As you do not get cold weather there, they could no get their chilling and could not produce.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    June 26, 2012
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    Most fertilizing takes place at the time of planting by way of compost or manure applications mixed into the soil. This is normally adequate for the season with other types of fertilizer used sparingly. This article has additional information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/fertilizer-options-for-your-vegetable-garden.htm

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