Helianthus tuberosus 'Fuseau'

Jerusalem artichoke 'Fuseau'
A tall, herbaceous perennial to 2m or more, with green leaves and small, yellow sunflowers in late summer-autumn. It is grown for its edible roots which are smoother and thin-skinned compared to the species type
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | |||
Autumn | Yellow | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Genus
Helianthus can be tall, erect annuals, tuberous or rhizomatous perennials, with coarse simple leaves and large daisy-like flower-heads
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any water-retentive soil with good drainage. Flowering will be better in full sun, but for maximum harvest, flowering should be avoided so some shade is good. Choose a sheltered spot as the tall plants can blow over in the wind. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. For more advice see Jerusalem-artichoke cultivation
Propagation
Propagate from division of tubers
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Prairie planting
- Wildlife gardens
- Cut flowers
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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