Organic Helianthus tuberosus ‘Bianca’

Organically grown Helianthus tuberosus ‘Bianca’, better known as Jerusalem artichokes, have petite roots boasting a sweet, nutty flavour. Easy to cultivate, they exhibit great versatility in your kitchen: whether roasted to perfection, transformed into a velvety soup, or simply boiled and buttered, Jerusalem artichokes offer delightful culinary options.

Beyond their delectable taste, Jerusalem artichokes serve as an excellent source of inulin, a fiber that fosters beneficial bacteria in your gut. This distinctive quality makes them one of the most prebiotic vegetables you can include in your diet.

Growing Jerusalem artichokes is a straightforward process. Plant them in a permanent site in winter or early spring, thriving in full sun or partial shade. Prepare the ground meticulously; you can opt for a trench for a linear arrangement or individual planting holes for a more staggered layout. A trench of 60 cm width and 30 cm depth is recommended.

Add compost or well-rotted manure, plant the tubers horizontally, 15 cm deep, and space them 30 cm apart. The plants can reach a height of up to 2 meters during the growing season. Jerusalem artichokes, kin to sunflowers, produce daisy-like yellow flowers in late summer. Trim the stalks in early autumn, chop, and compost them. Harvest the tubers as needed. You can either leave some in the ground for regrowth or harvest all and replant some tubers each year.