Yacon Planting Conditions and Geographical Environment

Yacon Planting Conditions

Yacon likes a cool environment, is particularly resistant to strong light, and is afraid of waterlogging and drought. It can grow in areas with an average annual temperature below 18 degrees. The suitable growth temperature is 10-20 degrees and the relative humidity is 80-85%. The tubers germinate about 2 months after sowing. When the temperature exceeds 16 degrees, the tubers begin to swell, and enter the peak period of swelling at 20-25 degrees. The temperature must not be lower than 0℃ to avoid freezing.

Suitable areas for growing yacon

Yacon is suitable for growing in low-latitude areas and is distributed in warm and cool mountainous areas with an altitude of about 1,000 meters. It is suitable for growing in areas that are shrouded in clouds and mist all year round.

Yacon planting time

Yacon is suitable for planting in the spring of each year, generally from mid-January to early April. The temperature and humidity at this time are suitable, and the survival rate of planting is relatively high.

Benefits of Yacon Planting

Yacon is rich in nutrients, has a large market demand, and is not expensive. The main edible part is the underground part, which is relatively safe to eat and more environmentally friendly. Currently, the market price of yacon will not fluctuate too much, and the prospects for its cultivation are still very promising.

Tips for planting yacon

The demand for water of yacon is small in the early stage of growth, but as the tubers swell, the demand for water gradually increases. It is necessary to irrigate in time, apply base fertilizer when planting, and apply potassium fertilizer appropriately during the growth period. When the tubers swell, potassium sulfate can be applied in combination with inter-tillage and soil cultivation, and inter-tillage and weeding are also required.

When the yacon stem grows to 1 meter in height, some tillering branches will grow. The dense and overly long parts can be trimmed off. Plants that grow too vigorously need to be topped and pinched to control the vigorous growth of the above-ground part, which can promote the enlargement of the tubers.