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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 24, 2017
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    Without knowing the pest that you are dealing with, I would still suggest using Neem Oil to treat the plants.
    Neem Oil works on most sucking pests.

    You can also handpick off the bugs and give the plants a blast of water to help dislodge them.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/artichoke/preventing-artichoke-problems.htm

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  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    October 8, 2018
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    I suspect that you have two different insect pests actively feeding on your artichoke plants. Without photos I will take an educated guess of whitefly and armyworm moth larvae.
    Here is an example of a "ready to use" insecticidal soap product that will knock down both pests on contact and have a few days of residual effectiveness:
    https://www.domyown.com/bonide-insecticidal-soap-rtu-p-1667.html
    Insecticidal soap is organic program compatible because it can be washed off the edible vegetable and it biodegrades in a week or two. But it can burn skin and eyes, so read and follow directions for personal protection during application.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 1, 2019
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    This appears to be a Tussock moth caterpillar – Found in the south, this hairy caterpillar can defoliate small trees and they assemble hard-to-scrape-off cocoons. Watch out, their hair can be irritating to the skin. Remove and drop into soapy water.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    April 6, 2019
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    Actually, the Farmer's Almanac already has this chart laid out perfectly on their site! Just type in your zipcode and get a customized planting schedule. Here is the link: https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendar

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 19, 2019
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    There is no way to propagate the plant from the broken branch or cutting.
    Propagation if through a division of the plant itself.
    I would stake your other stems to give them some stability.
    You can purchase small garden stakes at most garden centers. Tie the stem gently with some plant ties; also at garden centers.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/artichoke/growing-artichokes.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    May 28, 2019
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    They can be controlled somewhat easily. This article will help you to make your own insecticidal soap: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/homemade-soap-spray.htm

    This collection of articles will give you more information on crafting your own pest control from things that you likely already have in you kitchen, as well as other useful organic gardening tips: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    August 29, 2019
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