Brown Yacon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Brown yacon is a herbaceous perennial plant known for its vigorous leafy growth and adaptability to warm temperate and subtropical climates. It develops upright stems with broad foliage and grows well in fertile, well drained soils with consistent moisture. The plant is suited to seasonal garden beds, open plots, and container cultivation where long, warm growing conditions are available. It adapts well to moderate environmental variations and extended growing periods.

Features

• Herbaceous perennial plant with upright leafy growth

• Adapted to warm temperate and subtropical climates

• Suitable for garden beds, open cultivation, and large containers

• Performs best in fertile, well drained soil conditions

• Supports long seasonal growth under moderate climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius

• Common Name (US): Yacon

• Seed Type / Variety: Brown type

• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial

• USDA Zones: 7 to 11 generally

• Planting Season: Spring after frost risk

• Growing Season: Late spring to fall

• Sowing Season: March to May typically

• Germination Time And Conditions: About 2 to 3 weeks in warm, moist soil

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun preferred

• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well drained loamy soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with consistent moisture

• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 1.5 to 2 m height and about 1 m spread

• Plant Spacing: Around 60 to 90 cm between plants