Jerusalem artichoke is a perennial sunflower relative that produces a profusion of bright yellow flowers atop ten foot stalks. It is valued for its edible tubers, which resemble the flavor of water chestnuts.
Latin Name
Helianthus tuberosus
Family
Asteraceae
Also Known As
Sunroot Sunchoke
Type of Plant
Perennials
Vegetables
Bloom Season
August - September
Seasons
Fall
Summer
Specifications
Max Height: 10'
Max Spread: 5'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Part Shade
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Birds
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
Eastern North America
History
George Washington was growing Jerusalem artichokes at his Muddy Hole farm.
Other Details
Pollinator
Grown by Washington
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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