Jerusalem artichoke
Helianthus tuberosus
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A tall perennial with sunflower-like yellow blooms and edible tubers that develop underground. Grows vigorously and can spread aggressively, making it useful as both an ornamental and food crop.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Central and North America
Native to: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Common cultivars include 'Fuseau' (smoother tubers, easier to peel) and 'Red Burgundy' (red-skinned, high yield). Both are widely grown for culinary use and storage.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A tall perennial with sunflower-like yellow blooms and edible tubers that develop underground. Grows vigorously and can spread aggressively, making it useful as both an ornamental and food crop.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Jerusalem artichoke grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Central and North America
Native to: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Common cultivars include 'Fuseau' (smoother tubers, easier to peel) and 'Red Burgundy' (red-skinned, high yield). Both are widely grown for culinary use and storage.