Standard Yacon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Standard Yacon is a vigorous perennial root crop valued for its productive underground tubers, lush green foliage, and impressive garden presence. Native to the Andes region of South America, it is well suited to vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, raised beds, and specialty crop plantings. This warm-season plant thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, producing substantial tuber harvests by the end of the growing season. Its tall growth habit and ornamental foliage make it both a productive and attractive addition to the garden.

Features

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

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Yacon
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard 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); maintain evenly moist soil 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