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This species can spread aggressively. Check local guidance before planting, and avoid letting it escape into the wild.
Helianthus tuberosus
Extremely vigorous North American native. Tubers harvested after frost. Spreads aggressively — contain or commit to a permanent bed. Tall stems make a useful windbreak.
🐛 Prone to: Aphids.
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant African MarigoldGood, AngelicaFair and AniseFair nearby.
Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus
vegetable
A fellow Asteraceae — similar growing habits to Jerusalem Artichoke
Salvia apiana
herbThrives in the same full sun, low water conditions as Jerusalem Artichoke
Jerusalem Artichoke is usually grown from tubers rather than seed. Plant a healthy tuber (or a piece with an eye) a few centimetres deep once the soil has warmed.
Water: Low · Height: 300 cm · Soil: Tolerates poor, dry soil — grows almost anywhere
