Artichoke Jerusalem 1gal

Scientific Name: Helianthus tuberosus

Common Name: Jerusalem Artichoke

Vegetable Type: Tubers

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy soil

Fruit Size: N/A (Produces tubers)

Temperature: Can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but prefers cool to warm climates

Spacing: Plant tubers 12-24 inches apart

Height: 6-10 feet

Width: 2-4 feet

Maturity Time: Harvest tubers in late fall after the foliage has died back

Culinary Uses: Can be roasted, sautéed, boiled, mashed, or used in soups and salads

Flavour Profile: Nutty, slightly sweet

Companion Plants: Beans, peas, corn

Resistant To: Generally resistant to pests and diseases