The artichoke makes very high demands on the humus- and nutrient supply of the soil

The artichoke makes very high demands on the humus- and nutrient supply of the soil.

Except for the manure- or compost for planting preparation, the planting site should be enriched with humus in each subsequent year. The nutrient requirement is extremely high, where there are no special requirements for the fertilizer form. The Kali- and phosphorus fertilization one to two weeks before planting, in the later years in early spring before new shoots. Apart from the initial nitrogen fertilization of 5g N/m² for planting or. for new growth are still 3 to 4 Top dressings of the same amount required. It's cheaper, to further subdivide the top dressing and all 14 days one 0,3% proper liquid fertilization. The last nitrogen application takes place at the beginning of August.