Growing Jerusalem Artichokes, also Sunchoke

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29 Mar 25 Susanna (Canada - Zone 5a Temperate Warm Summer climate)
I dug up my Jerusalem artichokes in March when the snow has melted and the soil is easy to work with, usually above 6 degree C. I leave one root, about 1 inch in diameter, behind for growing in the current year. It grows tall. I always gives about 3 to 4 pounds of chokes. You can harvest it in the fall, but I always wait till next year in March because it taste better. I have been doing this for many years and following my dad's practise who has done it a long time.
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