In a message dated 11/30/2001 2:44:58 PM Eastern Standard Time,
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> Many people don't like to grow Jerusalem artichokes because they are
>  invasive.  Even if you plow them under, you can't get rid of them.  Every
>  little piece of root becomes a new plant.
>

But, on the other hand - they ARE beautiful, and good producers.  You can
leave them in the ground over fall/winter and they're still crisp and good
come the Spring.
I made my poor mother plant some for me years ago in her small vegetable
garden, and they virtually took over!

Anyone know a good method for drying and making flour from them?

Holly