Orange Flesh Yacon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Orange Flesh Yacon is a warm-season tuberous perennial plant known for its upright leafy growth habit and underground edible tuber development. This vigorous plant grows well in garden beds, raised planters, and open field cultivation where full sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil are available. It adapts to mild temperate and subtropical climates and develops dense foliage during the growing season.

Features

• Upright leafy perennial growth habit
• Produces underground orange-fleshed tubers
• Suitable for garden beds and field planting
• Adapted to mild warm climates
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for seasonal edible gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Yacon
• Seed Type / Variety: Orange Flesh Variety
• Growth Habit: Tuberous perennial grown as annual in cooler climates
• USDA Zones: 7-11
• Planting Season: Spring after frost
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-4 weeks in warm soil around 70-80°F (21-27°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 4-8 feet tall, 3-5 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart