Growing Jerusalem Artichokes, also Sunchoke

Helianthus tuberosus : Asteraceae / the daisy family

Jan F M A M J J A S O N Dec
                    P P

(Best months for growing Jerusalem Artichokes in New Zealand - cool/mountain regions)

  • P = Plant tubers
  • Easy to grow. Plant tubers about 5cm (1.5") deep.. Best planted at soil temperatures between 46°F and 59°F. (Show °C/cm)
  • Space plants: 12 - 18 inches apart
  • Harvest in 15-20 weeks.
  • Compatible with (can grow beside): Tomatoes, cucumbers

Your comments and tips

22 Oct 19, Susan Butler (USA - Zone 5a climate)
My mother in law grew Jerusalem Artichokes at 9000ft
19 Jun 18, Liz (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Set your zone at the top of this page and check info there www.gardenate.com/plant/Jerusalem%2BArtichokes
09 Apr 18, Dehlia Esterhuizen (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Would like to know if Sheena Ridley (3 Aug 2017) still have Jerusalem Artichoke tubers and the cost please. Or anybody else knowing where to buy for cooking
17 Mar 18, Jonita Venter (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I am in the Somerset West, Cape province area and want to buy the bulb or the plant. you do not get it in stores or at nurseries. Is it possible that you can provide me with the information please. Regards Jonita.
26 Feb 18, Mike (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I am looking for Jerusalem artichokes bulbs for planting. In the Elgin Valley. Somerset nearby. Please email - thanks, mike
14 Jan 18, Warren (Australia - arid climate)
Where can I get Jerusalem Artichokes in WA? I live on the edge of the desert and don't get to Perth very often. I have only seen them once in WA. I bought those and they grew well. We had a few meals out of the pot I grew them in, but unfortunately my wife threw away the ones I was keeping for the next year's crop. I have found suppliers in the eastern states but they can't supply to WA because of the quarantine restrictions.
17 Jan 18, Mike (Australia - tropical climate)
If you go to website agric.wa.gov.au click on crops - under horticulture you will see vegetables - click on it. Click on Artichokes and then click on the heading - you will read all about how to grow them. I would try ringing/email the WA veggie growers association or similar and try and find out where to buy from. OR try and find a green grocer who might sell you some and post it to you. Or a friend or someone who lives in Perth. Try these sites - Australian City Farms and even Remote Indigenous Gardens network. Good luck.
14 Jan 18, Phillip (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Does anyone have any JAs at this time of the year? I'm looking for up to 15 kilos but any amount ok. Jan 2018
24 Aug 18, Linda (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate)
Hi Phillip, I have 15kgs of JAs if you are still looking. Growing beautifully pretty much in the deep south. Will still have then in Jan next year.
21 Sep 18, Pat shannon (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate)
Hi Linda Do you have any seed tubers now (Oct)?
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My j/a are 3mtrs tall with lovely flowers, and are growing like wildflowers they are absolutely lovely, this is their 2nd season growing. I watered them everyday with plenty water. The tubes are massive. Not eating yet, just want them to grow. I live in Murupara, NZ.

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