Jerusalem Artichoke Tubers - Pack of 2 | Premium Seeds for Planting & Gardening

Key Attributes:

• Quantity: Pack of 2 Tubers
• Mature Height: 5-10 feet
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil; pH 5.8-6.5
• Uses: Culinary (tubers are edible), ornamental, forage for animals

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring successful growth
• Seed Freshness: New, ensuring optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions:

1. Seed Preparation:

   • Choose healthy, disease-free tubers.
   • If tubers are large, cut them into 2-3 inch pieces, ensuring each piece has at least one bud/eye.
   • Allow the cut pieces to dry and callus over for a day before planting.

2. Sowing:

   • Plant tubers 4-6 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart.
   • Space rows about 3 feet apart.
   • Plant in early spring, as soon as the soil is workable.

3. Germination:

   • Tubers will sprout in 2-4 weeks, depending on soil temperature and moisture levels.

4. Transplanting:

   • Jerusalem artichokes are typically planted directly into the ground and do not require transplanting.

Care and Maintenance:

• Watering: Regularly water the plants to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry spells.
• Mulching: Apply mulch around the plants to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting: Harvest tubers after the first frost when the plant tops die back. Dig carefully to avoid damaging the tubers.

Happy gardening, and enjoy your Jerusalem artichokes for their unique culinary and ornamental value!