Jerusalem Artichoke - Helianthus tuberosus<br /> Photo show the attractive sunflower- like summer blooms.  Edible part is the root (tuber) not the flower or seeds.<br /> A perennial.  Produces edible tubers which are good fresh, in salads, boiled or in soups.  Plants resemble a small sunflower.  Plants are good for landscaping, making a high hedge in one growing season.  Ready to harvest in late fall.
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