Yacon Planting Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Yacon is a perennial root plant that develops tall stems, broad green leaves, and underground tuberous roots during the growing season. It thrives in mild to warm climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with loose, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. The plant adapts well to garden beds, raised beds, and small-scale cultivation where consistent moisture and a long growing season support healthy root development and vigorous growth.

Features

• Perennial root plant with tall leafy growth
• Produces underground tuberous roots during the season
• Suitable for mild and warm climates
• Performs best in fertile, well-drained soil
• Adapts well to garden beds and raised beds

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Yacon
• Seed Type / Variety: Root vegetable plant seed
• Growth Habit: Upright perennial herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 7 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm season to early fall
• Sowing Season:
  • Mild regions: February to April
  • Warm regions: January to March
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2 to 4 weeks in warm temperatures (18–24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Loose, fertile, organic-rich, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 1.5 to 2.5 meters height, 1 to 1.5 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 60 to 90 cm apart