Jerusalem Artichoke, also called Sunchoke, is a tall perennial in the sunflower family, with edible tubers high in vitamins and minerals. Sunchoke is not a traditional artichoke. Long lived plants have annual harvests. Tubers are harvested in fall through winter. Space 3' circle. Sunchoke tubers are sold in 1/2lb.(8oz.) bags ready for planting. Zones 4-9
Plant Characteristics | |
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Drought Tolerance | Fair |
Heat Tolerance | Good |
Humidity Tolerance | Good |
Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
Shade Tolerance | Poor |
No Spray | Excellent |
Thorns | No |
Soil Type | Adaptable |
Edible Type | Root |
Self Fertile | Yes |
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