Bogachiel Yacon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Bogachiel Yacon is a warm-season perennial root plant valued for its vigorous growth, lush foliage, and productive underground tubers. It is well suited to vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, raised beds, and specialty crop plantings. This adaptable plant thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, producing substantial root harvests by the end of the growing season. Its tall growth habit and attractive foliage also provide ornamental value in the garden.

Features

• Produces productive underground storage roots
• Vigorous and fast-growing perennial habit
• Suitable for vegetable gardens and edible landscapes
• Performs best in full sun locations
• Produces lush, ornamental foliage
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Suitable for raised beds and specialty crop gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Yacon
• Seed Type / Variety: Bogachiel Variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial grown for tuberous roots
• USDA Zones: 7-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: February-May
• Sowing Season Months: February, March, April, May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days at 20-25°C (68-77°F); keep soil evenly moist during germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture during active growth
• Mature Plant Size: 5-8 feet tall, 3-5 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart