20 Jerusalem Artichoke Seeds – Helianthus tuberosus

Grow your own delicious, nutrient-packed Jerusalem Artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) — a hardy perennial known for its beautiful sunflower-like blooms and edible tubers. Often called Sunchokes or Earth Apples, these plants are prized for their nutty, sweet flavor and impressive adaptability.

🌿 Please Note: These are seeds, not tubers. Grow from seed for a rewarding start-to-harvest experience!

Native to North America, Jerusalem Artichokes grow 6–10 feet tall with vibrant yellow flowers that attract pollinators while producing crisp beige to reddish tubers underground. They thrive in zones 3–9, tolerate a range of soils, and are ideal for home gardens or sustainable farms.

🌱 Why Grow Jerusalem Artichoke Seeds?

• 🍽️ Edible & Nutritious: Tubers are rich in inulin, fiber, and potassium — perfect for roasting or soups.
  
• 🌻 Dual Purpose: Ornamental blooms + delicious harvest.
  
• 🪴 Low Maintenance: Grows easily in full sun or part shade.
  
• 🌾 Perennial Producer: Returns year after year with minimal care.
  
• 🌍 Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies all season long.

🌿 Growing Tips

1. Cold Stratification: For best results, cold stratify seeds for 30–60 days before planting.
   
2. Sowing: Start indoors a few weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors after frost danger has passed.
   
3. Depth: Plant seeds ¼–½ inch deep in well-drained soil.
   
4. Spacing: Allow 3–5 feet between plants — they grow tall and wide!
   
5. Light: Full sun to part shade.
   
6. Harvest: Dig up tubers in fall after the flowers fade, about 120–150 days after planting.

💡 Tip: Leave a few tubers in the ground to regrow the following year!

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are these seeds or tubers?
These are seeds, not tubers. They grow into plants that produce edible tubers in 120–150 days.

Can I grow Jerusalem Artichokes in containers?
Yes, choose large deep containers (at least 10 gallons) for best tuber development.

Do they come back every year?
Yes! They’re perennial and regrow from leftover tubers in the soil.

How tall do they get?
Mature plants can reach 6–10 feet tall with bright yellow flowers.

When should I harvest them?
Harvest in late fall to winter, once foliage begins to die back.

Where to Buy Jerusalem Artichoke Seeds for Sale?

At Seeds World, we offer fresh, high-germination Jerusalem Artichoke Seeds with fast U.S. shipping. Perfect for home gardeners and sustainable growers looking for beauty and bounty — right in your backyard.