Earlier this year, I planted some artichoke saplings that I had started from seeds in the backyard, hoping that I could grow artichokes in the garden.
Well, growing season is over and my dreams of growing artichokes didn’t work out. Of the five saplings I planted, only one made it through to November. A few weekends ago (before the first frost), I dug it up and brought it inside. It’s still alive, but I wouldn’t quite say it’s thriving.
I think there are a few reasons the artichokes didn’t work out. Actually, between the artichokes, beets and peppers I planted back in April, I only got one small pepper. The soil in the garden was really dry this summer. Also, when the contractors put in the fence I have a feeling they trampled everything, which didn’t help out the growing plants.
So I’ll try and get this little artichoke plant to grow throughout the winter. And if it lives or dies, I’ll be trying artichokes again next year.
Your dedication to our poor dry lot of land was inspiring. I do think next year will be better. Just wait till we can add the compost stuff.(When I say “we”, what I mean is Hope and I will be cheering you on!)
I’m also looking forward to next year- I should have a little helper giving me some much-needed assistance!