What is the best season to plant yam?

Yam planting time

Generally, yam beans are planted in February and March in spring, because the temperature at this time is very suitable for the growth of yam. Planting at this time not only has a higher survival rate, but also increases the yield of yam, and the management after planting will also be very convenient.

Yam growth cycle

Yam matures about 6 months after planting. Usually, yam seeds are not easy to germinate. After surviving, during the entire growth cycle, as the climatic conditions change throughout the year, they will enter four stages in sequence: germination period, growth period and dormancy period.

Methods and steps for planting yam

1. Seed block processing

Before planting yam, choose a root about 1 meter long, cut it into several 15 cm sections on average, mark the top and bottom with a marker, then dip it in lime and expose it to the sun until fine cracks appear. At the same time, provide protection against wind, rain and frost.

2. Yam planting

When planting yam, first dig a trench of about 10 cm, then water it thoroughly. When the water penetrates, place the yam flat in the trench at a spacing of 15-20 cm, cover the surface with 8-10 cm of soil, and then cover it with a layer of plastic film to maintain the temperature in the soil and speed up the emergence of seedlings.