Native Plants

Jerusalem-Artichoke

Helianthus tuberosus
Location

Native to

70810 Change
Type
Annuals/Per.
Attributes
Butterflies, Caterpillars, Fruit, Nuts

Jerusalem-Artichoke, Sunchoke, is a perennial, herbaceous plant that grows up to 8 feet tall, branching coarse, hairy, and stout stems. The yellow flower heads, 3 to 4 inches across, bloom in late summer through fall and attract birds for their seeds. It grows in full sun and moist to dry soil, and its foliage and edible tubers are eaten by deer and livestock.

May Attract

Jerusalem-Artichoke is thought to attract these families of birds
Family
Cardinals, Grosbeaks and Buntings
Family
Chickadees and Titmice
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Crows, Magpies, Jays
Family
Finches
Family
Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Family
Nuthatches
Family
Blackbirds and Orioles
Family
New World Sparrows
Family
Thrushes
Family
Vireos
Family
Waxwings
Family
Wood Warblers
Family
Woodpeckers
Family
Wrens

Audubon Centers, State Offices & Chapters

These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services

In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.

Local & Regional Resources

Local and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.

Louisiana Native Plant Society

Caroline Dorman Road, Saline, LA 71070

Where to Buy

Find in-person and online vendors for your home or wholesale project. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native stocks, and find out what services they offer.

Hilltop Arboretum

11855 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

(225) 767-6916

Harb's Oasis

13827 Coursey Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70817

(225) 756-2720

Coyote Creek

9382 Island Road, St. Francisville, LA 70775

(225) 635-6736

Maypop Hill Nursery & Publications

4979 Spec Garig Road, Norwood, LA 70761

(225) 629-5379

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