Jerusalem artichoke Papas

Helianthus tuberosus 'Papas' - Jerusalem artichoke

Hardy, productive tuber vegetable combining ornamental value with high nutritional value. The tubers have an artichoke-like flavour.

Reaches 1.5-2.5 m and blooms August-October with small yellow flowers.

Prefers sun or partial sun and permeable garden soil. Tubers can remain in the ground and be harvested throughout winter and early spring.

Eat raw, baked, stewed or in creamy soups. The plant also makes a seasonal screen.

Grown in a 12/13 cm pot.