Description

Plant Jicama (Pachyrhizus erosus) for vegetable gardens after preparing the growing area. Provide full sun together with fertile, well-drained soil for establishment.

Begin with a clean, prepared growing area and sow at the crop's appropriate depth. Keep the soil evenly moist while young plants settle in, then harvest when the crop reaches the appropriate stage for eating.

Product Features
Large, brown, flattened bean-shaped seeds
Mature plants produce twining vines with broad, trifoliate leaves
Underground tubers have brown skin and crisp white flesh
Tubers are round to irregular
Non-GMO premium seeds
Planting Information

1. Growing Information

Plant TypeRoot or Tuber Vegetable
SunlightFull sun, 6–8 hours daily.
SoilWell-draining sandy loam, pH 5.5–7.0.
Planting MethodSow seeds 2–3 cm deep after last frost
Germination Time5–10 days at 21–29°c
TemperatureSuitable seasonal temperatures
WateringWater regularly, keep soil moist. Reduce watering before harvest.
DifficultyEasy to Intermediate

2. How to Grow

1

Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep after last frost. Germination in 5–10 days at 21–29°C.

2

Full sun, 6–8 hours daily.

3

Well-draining sandy loam, pH 5.5–7.0.

4

Water regularly, keep soil moist. Reduce watering before harvest.

5

Grow on trellis. Harvest tubers in 5–6 months. Seeds toxic, do not eat.

3. Garden Uses

Home vegetable gardens Raised garden beds Kitchen gardens Large containers Edible landscapes

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