Chinese artichoke

How to Grow and Care for Chinese artichoke

Chinese artichoke · Stachys affinis
Also known as: chorogi; crosnes; crosnes du Japon; Japanese artichoke; knotroot

Plant tubers in spring, in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Tubers can be harvested from November as they are needed

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Chinese artichoke

Chinese artichoke
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Plant tubers in spring, in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Tubers can be harvested from November as they are needed

How to Water Chinese artichoke?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Chinese artichoke?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Chinese artichoke?

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What Soil Is Best for Chinese artichoke?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Chinese artichoke?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize Chinese artichoke?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Chinese artichoke?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Chinese artichoke?

Propagate by division

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How to Transplant Chinese artichoke?

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How to Care for Chinese artichoke in Winter?

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How to Plant Chinese artichoke?

Plant tubers in spring, in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Tubers can be harvested from November as they are needed

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How to Repot Chinese artichoke?

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How to Harvest Chinese artichoke?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

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The Toxicity of Chinese artichoke

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Attributes of Chinese artichoke

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
OriginChina to Myanmar

Scientific Classification

Species
Stachys affinis
Genus
Stachys
Family
Lamiaceae
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