How to plant yacon and what is yacon

1. How to plant

1. Time: Yacon can be planted by sowing. If you want to save time, you can directly buy seedlings and plant them. The time for sowing and planting can be chosen in spring or autumn, and the survival rate of planting is also higher.

2. Seed selection: Select suitable seeds before planting. Only plump and disease-free seeds will have a high survival rate.

3. Soil: The soil for planting should be loose, breathable and rich in nutrients. Base fertilizer should be applied to the soil before planting. Such soil can provide the needs for growth and promote the healthy growth of seedlings.

4. Planting: Plant the selected seeds into the soil and water them appropriately to promote growth. After the seedlings grow stably, they can be transplanted and then pay attention to maintenance and management.

2. What is

Yacon is a perennial herb of the Asteraceae family and the genus Polygonum. It is also called snow lotus potato, Polygonum multiflorum, and sweet potato. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is now grown in many areas of my country. The plant is very tall, growing to more than two meters, and produces small yellow flowers. The tubers are edible, rich in water, and taste relatively sweet.