Yacon tubers Seeds - Vegetable Plant For Home Gardens

Yacon Tubers for Planting are vegetative planting pieces used to grow vigorous Yacon plants, a productive perennial root crop native to the Andes region of South America. Yacon is prized for its lush foliage, tall growth habit, and abundant underground storage roots. It is well suited to vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, raised beds, and specialty crop plantings. Thriving in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, Yacon produces substantial root harvests by the end of the growing season while adding ornamental interest to the garden.

Features

• Planting tubers for reliable Yacon propagation
• Produces vigorous plants with large underground storage roots
• 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
• Plant Type: Perennial root crop
• Propagation Type: Planting Tubers / Crown Divisions
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial grown for tuberous roots
• USDA Zones: 7-11
• Planting Season: Spring after danger of frost has passed
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Planting Months: March, April, May, June
• Sprouting Time and Conditions: 2-6 weeks in warm soil; maintain consistent moisture
• 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