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26 Feb 17, caroline (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

what time of the year can i plant yacon in the westerncape?

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26 Feb 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Yacon needs a soil temperature of about 15 degrees Celsius or higher. Plant it about the same time as you would plant tomatoes. It takes about 6 monyjs to harvvest but some roots can be carefully removed earlier. The tops will die off if you get frosts but the roots will be sweeter after the first frost. Trust this helps

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28 Feb 17, caroline (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

i have planted 3 bits of yacon, temps in the western cape in the high 20 s, have planted them in containers as they are sprouting, will hope for the best! jerusalem artichokes grow well in my garden, but they are flowering now

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28 Feb 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

I hope you do well with your yacon. Keep in mind that containers can get very hot on a hot day and also pay attention to watering. A wet, dry, wet, dry situation will reduce your yield. All the best.

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05 Mar 17, caroline (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)

thanks for your advice John, I will not let them dry out, I just hope they make enough tuber to resprout in our spring here, having planted them so late!

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16 Jul 18, Amanda (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Hi Caroline Are you prepared to sell a few plants to us at all? Regards Amanda (Note from Gardenate - we don't promote selling; exchange or gift is our preferred option)

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27 Mar 17, Jeanne Prinsloo (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Where can I buy yacon to plant? Jeanne

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30 Mar 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

I would try - www.organicseeds.co.za They do not list it but may know who would have it. All the best in your search. Maybe a South African gardener will read these pages and help.

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22 Mar 18, Riyaad (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Hi guys. Would anyone be able to help me with Yacon rhizomes or tubers for planting. Would really appreciate it. Thanks

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10 Jul 18, Amanda (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Hi Riyaad Was just wondering if you had managed to get Yacon tubers for planting. I am also looking for some and thought that asking you would be a good place to start. Thank you Amanda

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