Artichokes produce flowers for about three to five years. It is therefore advisable to think about propagation in good time. Find out below which propagation methods are available for artichokes and how to proceed step by step.
Artichokes are easy to propagate from seeds
Artichokes propagate by seeds
Seed propagation is the most common artichoke propagation method. To do this, let at least one artichoke bud bloom and collect the relatively large, dark seeds in autumn. Store them in a dry, cool place.
How to sow:
- Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for a few hours.
- Sow them in a planter with potting soil.
- Choose a warm, bright location. Around 20 degrees and a sunny window seat are ideal.
- Transplant the seedlings when they get too big for the planter.
- After the ice saints, plant your young artichoke bushes in a warm, sunny spot in the bed.
Artichokes propagate by division
Propagation by division is a bit more complicated than propagation by seed, but has the advantage that you immediately have a second artichoke plant that will probably flower the same year.
When dividing artichokes, proceed as follows:
- Select a large, vigorous artichoke plant that is at least two years old.
- Use a spade or hoe to cut off part of the plant with at least two shoots and a distinct root.
- Dig up the severed part and put it back in another place.
- Make sure that a planting distance of at least 80cm to other artichoke plants is maintained.
tips
A home-grown artichoke is also a great gift! Simply sow all the seeds you have collected and then give away the small artichoke plants to friends and relatives.