Can Yacon be grown in the north?

Can Yacon be grown in the north?

Yacon can be grown in the north. The growth cycle of the fruit is about 200 days, and the suitable temperature for growth is 20-30℃. The plant is not cold-resistant, so if it is planted in the north, it is necessary to use greenhouse planting technology.

Yacon is native to the central and northern parts of Chile. It mainly grows in cool mountainous areas at low latitudes and about 1,000 meters above sea level. The main producing areas in my country include Fujian, Yunnan, Guizhou, Sichuan and other provinces.

How to grow yacon in the north

1. Temperature: The most suitable growth temperature for yacon is about 20℃. When the temperature is lower than 15℃, the growth of the plant will be problematic. It cannot survive the winter in the open in the north. If it encounters frost, the plant will dry up and die.

2. Fertilization: Before planting yacon, add appropriate base fertilizer to the soil. You can use farmyard manure. The plant consumes a lot of nutrients during the growth period, so generally fertilize 1-2 times a month.

3. Watering: Yacon likes soil with high humidity and needs to keep the soil moist for a long time. If planted in the open field, it can rely on rainwater and generally does not require artificial watering. Water it only if the drought lasts for more than one month.