Jerusalem artichoke's growing environment and local conditions

Jerusalem artichoke growth environment and conditions

Jerusalem artichoke is a relatively drought-resistant and cold-resistant plant that can tolerate low temperatures. When cultivating it, pay attention to sufficient light and the requirements when choosing the soil are not high. However, it is not suitable for planting in acidic soil, swamps, and saline-alkali land. It was originally distributed in North America and is now cultivated in most parts of China.

Jerusalem artichoke growing environment

Jerusalem artichoke prefers a cool and dry environment. It is relatively cold-resistant and drought-resistant and has strong adaptability to soil. However, it is suitable to be planted in loose, fertile and well-drained soil, so that a very high yield can be achieved.

Jerusalem artichoke growth temperature

The germination temperature of Jerusalem artichoke tubers is between 0 and 6 degrees, and the emergence temperature is between 8 and 10 degrees. Its underground tubers are relatively cold-resistant and can overwinter in the cold northern soil. They can withstand temperatures as low as 1 to 2 degrees. At 18 to 22 degrees and with 12 hours of sunshine, tubers can be formed quickly.

Jerusalem artichoke growth process

Jerusalem artichoke has strong vitality and high reproduction rate. Once it enters normal growth, it has strong regeneration ability and can reproduce sustainably after one planting. Its growth process mainly includes the seedling stage, jointing stage, bud stage and tuber swelling stage. During this period, it has a greater demand for water, so it is necessary to water it frequently to keep it moist.

Jerusalem artichoke planting time and method

The best time to plant Jerusalem artichokes is in spring. Generally, they can be sown in holes or furrows. The best planting spacing is 50 cm. Loosen the soil in advance, apply enough base fertilizer, and sow at a depth of about 10 cm. Cover and compact the soil after sowing. Seedlings will emerge about 30 days after sowing.