We planted sun-chokes, also known as Jerusalem artichokes, last winter. Now they are growing so well with big green, lush leaves. We built a short fence of corrugated metal sheets around the sun-chokes so we can mow around it. Mowing around the area will help keep the sun-chokes contained in one spot.

The reason for planting the sun-chokes is to use them as a natural pesticide.  We thought it would be beneficial to the environment to use a natural source of pesticide.  What better way to take care of the earth and our growing plants than to use the sun to naturally grow these wonderful plants.