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

19 Apr 22, Lex (New Zealand - temperate climate)
I have had a scratch and they are producing tubers, so they don't have to flower.
15 Oct 23, Dave M. (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Could you point me towards an NZ supplier please. Not having much luck finding one. Thank you.
19 Oct 23, (New Zealand - sub-tropical climate)
Try the internet.
18 Nov 23, Cesare Stella (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate)
just get some from the supermarket
21 Mar 24, (New Zealand - temperate climate)
Try the local organic stop
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Ask around nurseries or go on the internet and try and find garden clubs in NZ.

- Mike

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