Jerusalem Artichoke, Clearwater

Clearwater was collected in Maine in 1988.

Culinary Traits

This variety has a mild, more neutral flavor than most varieties in my opinion.  Tubers are medium-sized, mostly smooth, often with bands of white and tan.  This is a good all-around variety that is easy to clean and prepare.

Agronomic Traits

Clearwater is a medium size variety, reaching 7 to 8 feet tall here and probably taller in warmer climates.  The stolons range about 4 to 12 inches long, mostly on the shorter side, but with just enough long ones to make it a spreader if you aren’t careful. It flowers moderately but briefly and sets seed with a pollinator.