Jerusalem Artichoke aka White Sunchoke

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Helianthus tuberosus Jerusalem Artichoke (Sunchoke)

Jerusalem Artichoke, also known as Sunchoke, is a tall, perennial member of the sunflower family, prized for its nutritious, edible tubers that are high in vitamins and minerals. Despite its name, Sunchoke is not a traditional artichoke.

• Harvest: Tubers are harvested from fall through winter.
• Longevity: A long-lived plant that provides annual harvests.
• Spacing: 3′ circle.
• Availability: Tubers are sold in lb. (8 oz.) bags ready for planting.
• Skin Color: White.
• Growing Zones: 4-9.

Plant Characteristics

• Drought Tolerance: Fair
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Good
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Poor
• No-Spray Viability: Excellent
• Thorns: No
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Root
• Self-Fertile: Yes

** We will ship the tuber orders ASAP, please refrigerate until you can plant.

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.