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Violet de Rennes Red Jerusalem Artichoke Topinambour
  • Violet de Rennes Red Jerusalem Artichoke Topinambour
  • Violet de Rennes Red Jerusalem Artichoke Topinambour

Violet de Rennes Red Jerusalem Artichoke Topinambour

The Red Jerusalem Artichoke Violet de Rennes (Helianthus tuberosus) is a tasty and nutritious root vegetable that tastes delicious both raw and cooked. With its sweet, nutty aroma, it is an excellent addition to various dishes.

Jerusalem artichoke can be grown both in the open ground and in a large pot (at least 50 cm wide).

  • Sweet, nutty flavour
  • Suitable for raw and cooked preparations
  • Supports beneficial insects with yellow flowers
  • Can be harvested in the first year
  • Winter-hardy and easy to grow

With the Red Jerusalem Artichoke Violet de Rennes, you bring a healthy, versatile and easy-to-grow vegetable into your home that enriches both the kitchen and the garden!

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Description

Discover the versatile Red Jerusalem Artichoke Violet de Rennes (Helianthus tuberosus), a perennial plant that not only beautifies your garden with beautiful yellow flowers, but also provides your kitchen with delicious, nutritious tubers. With an impressive height of 2 to 3 metres, this plant is an eye-catcher in any garden and a magnet for beneficial insects.​

  • Sweet, nutty tubers for various culinary applications.
  • Suitable for diabetics due to high inulin content.
  • Can be grown both in the open ground and in large pots (minimum 50 cm).
  • Winter-hardy and low-maintenance, ideal for any gardener.
  • Blooms with striking yellow flowers that attract beneficial insects.

Why choose Red Jerusalem Artichoke?

Red Jerusalem artichoke stands out for its versatility and health benefits. The tubers are rich in inulin, a carbohydrate that is suitable for diabetics and contributes to healthy digestion. In addition, the bright yellow flowers not only add beauty to your garden, but also support biodiversity by attracting beneficial insects.​

Growing and Care

Plant the tubers in March or April in a sunny location. Keep a planting distance of approximately 40 cm and plant the tubers at a depth of 10 cm. Jerusalem artichoke is winter hardy and requires minimal care. The plant can be grown both in the open ground and in large pots (minimum 50 cm diameter), making it suitable for various garden situations. The harvest period runs from November to April, as soon as the foliage turns brown. The tubers can be eaten both raw and cooked and offer a sweet, nutty flavor that offers numerous culinary possibilities.​

Add Red Jerusalem artichoke to your garden!

With Red Jerusalem artichoke you bring a plant into your home that contributes both aesthetically and functionally to your garden and kitchen. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting out, this low-maintenance plant will reward you with beautiful flowers and delicious tubers. Start growing your own Jerusalem artichokes today and enjoy the many benefits this special plant has to offer.

Specifications

Reference
KK-PO-737167
EAN
4000159737167
Tags
Brand
Kiepenkerl

Other features

English names
Girasole, Jerusalem Artichoke, Sunchoke, Topinambour
Botanic name
Helianthus tuberosus
Cultivar
Violet de Rennes
Category
Perennial
Planting distance
30x40cm
Planting depth
10 cm
Position
full sun
Planting time
March - April
Flowering period
November - April
Height
200-300cm
Contents
1 tuber
Collection
Kiepenkerl

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