How to Grow Artichokes
  • 1. What climate do artichokes prefer?
A) Mild winters and cool summers
B) Desert climates
C) Arctic climates
D) Hot, humid climates
  • 2. Artichokes are technically what part of the plant?
A) Fruit
B) Root
C) Stem
D) Flower bud
  • 3. What type of soil do artichokes thrive in?
A) Clay soil
B) Well-drained, fertile soil
C) Poorly drained soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 4. How should artichokes be planted?
A) In a swampy area
B) Directly into the ground
C) In a shady area
D) In mounds or raised beds
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between artichoke plants?
A) 1-2 feet
B) 6-12 inches
C) 4-6 feet
D) 10-12 feet
  • 6. How often should artichokes be watered?
A) Only when the leaves wilt
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Never water them
D) Once a month
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is best for artichokes?
A) High in nitrogen and phosphorus
B) Low in all nutrients
C) High in potassium
D) No fertilizer needed
  • 8. When do artichokes typically produce their first harvest?
A) Second year after planting
B) Never produce
C) Third year after planting
D) First year after planting
  • 9. What is the best time to harvest artichokes?
A) After the bracts fully open
B) Before the bracts begin to open
C) When the artichoke is very large and tough
D) When the artichoke is very small
  • 10. How should artichokes be harvested?
A) Twist the artichoke off
B) Pull the artichoke off the plant
C) Cut the stem with a sharp knife
D) Dig up the entire plant
  • 11. What is a common pest that affects artichokes?
A) Bees
B) Earthworms
C) Ladybugs
D) Aphids
  • 12. How can aphids be controlled on artichokes?
A) Insecticidal soap or neem oil
B) Vinegar
C) Bleach
D) Just ignoring them
  • 13. What is a common disease that affects artichokes?
A) Root Rot
B) Blossom-end rot
C) Powdery Mildew
D) Botrytis blight
  • 14. How can botrytis blight be prevented?
A) Overwatering
B) Never pruning
C) Proper spacing and ventilation
D) Planting in full shade
  • 15. How should artichoke plants be prepared for winter in cold climates?
A) Move them indoors
B) Leave them as is
C) Spray with herbicide
D) Cut back and mulch heavily
  • 16. What is the purpose of 'chilling' artichoke plants?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To encourage bud formation
C) To kill pests
D) To make the plant stronger
  • 17. Where are artichokes believed to have originated?
A) Mediterranean region
B) North America
C) South America
D) Asia
  • 18. Which part of the artichoke is commonly eaten?
A) The heart and the base of the bracts
B) The leaves only
C) The roots only
D) The stem only
  • 19. What does 'forcing' artichokes mean?
A) Encouraging early bud development
B) Planting in poor soil
C) Never watering them
D) Allowing them to grow naturally
  • 20. What is a good companion plant for artichokes?
A) Sunflowers
B) Carrots
C) Tomatoes
D) Legumes (like beans or peas)
  • 21. What is the main benefit of companion planting with legumes?
A) Increased soil acidity
B) Shade for the artichokes
C) Nitrogen fixation in the soil
D) Pest attraction
  • 22. Why should you rotate artichoke crops?
A) To prevent soil depletion and disease build-up
B) Artichokes do not need crop rotation
C) To attract more pollinators
D) To increase sunlight exposure
  • 23. What is a common method of propagating artichokes?
A) Seeds only
B) Leaf cuttings
C) Grafting
D) Root divisions or offshoots
  • 24. When dividing artichoke plants, what should you look for?
A) The main plant stem
B) Small, weak offshoots
C) Offshoots with no roots
D) Healthy, well-rooted offshoots
  • 25. What is the role of pruning in artichoke cultivation?
A) To reduce fruit size
B) Artichokes don't need pruning
C) To prevent flowering
D) To improve air circulation and remove dead foliage
  • 26. What does 'blanching' artichokes refer to?
A) Boiling them before planting
B) Exposing them to direct sunlight
C) A technique to whiten the bracts
D) Freezing them for storage
  • 27. What is the typical height of a mature artichoke plant?
A) 1-2 feet
B) 6-8 feet
C) 3-4 feet
D) Under 1 foot
  • 28. How long can an artichoke plant live?
A) 20+ years
B) 2-3 years
C) 1 year
D) 5-10 years
  • 29. What is the benefit of using organic mulch around artichokes?
A) Provides no benefit
B) Increases soil acidity
C) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
D) Attracts pests
  • 30. What is 'bolting' in artichokes?
A) Premature flowering
B) Stem elongation
C) Leaf discoloration
D) Root rot
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