Earth Apple
About Earth Apple
Jerusalem Artichoke is a perennial root vegetable in the sunflower family.
Taxonomy
Helianthus tuberosus
Helianthus
Asteraceae
Asterales
Also known as
Jerusalem Artichoke, Jerusalem Artichoke, Sunroot, Sunchoke and Earth apple
How to care for Earth Apple
Water
How often to water your Earth Apple
every 9
Earth Apple needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Select a city to check sunlight intensity
Finding light for Jerusalem Artichoke in your home
a window
Earth Apple love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Earth Apple does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Earth Apple in your home đĄ.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Earth Apple
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Earth Apple after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Earth Apple is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Earth Apple prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Earth Apple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Earth Apple doesnât require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Earth Apple does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Earth Apple should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Earth Apple is native to the Americas.
Growth Pattern
Earth Apple grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Earth Apple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Earth Apple
Earth Apple
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
