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Sunchoke (Jerusalem Artichoke)

Sunchoke (Jerusalem Artichoke)

$14.99

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Description

A large, robust yellow perennial sunflower with broad, thick leaves and rough, hairy stems. It has an extensive native range in the United States and Canada, and is naturalized in every state at this point due to its extensive cultivation by Native Americans of the Great Plains, and has spread eastward. The edible tuber is highly nutritious and, unlike potatoes, contains no starch, but rather carbohydrate in a form that is metabolized into natural sugar.  Be careful, however, because many people experience stomach issues if they consume this tuber, especially in large quantities.

Care

Zones 3-9. Sunchokes have low water needs.  Water when soil is completely dry as needed.  They prefer full sun and average, well draining soil.  They even tolerate clay soil more than most!

Growth Habit

Can spread aggressively, so choose a location for them with care!  They can also get 6-12ft tall.  Typically found along woodland borders and in thickets.  They usually bloom late summer through autumn.  

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

A large, robust yellow perennial sunflower with broad, thick leaves and rough, hairy stems. It has an extensive native range in the United States and Canada, and is naturalized in every state at this point due to its extensive cultivation by Native Americans of the Great Plains, and has spread eastward. The edible tuber is highly nutritious and, unlike potatoes, contains no starch, but rather carbohydrate in a form that is metabolized into natural sugar.  Be careful, however, because many people experience stomach issues if they consume this tuber, especially in large quantities.

Care

Zones 3-9. Sunchokes have low water needs.  Water when soil is completely dry as needed.  They prefer full sun and average, well draining soil.  They even tolerate clay soil more than most!

Growth Habit

Can spread aggressively, so choose a location for them with care!  They can also get 6-12ft tall.  Typically found along woodland borders and in thickets.  They usually bloom late summer through autumn.  

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.