{"product_id":"yam-bean-vegetable-seeds-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-garden-seeds","title":"Yam Bean Vegetable Seeds for Planting – Jicama Root Vegetable Seeds for Home Gardens","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces crisp, rounded underground roots commonly known as jicama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigorous climbing vine with lush green foliage and attractive white to purple flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm-season vegetable suited to long, frost-free growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderground roots are commonly harvested for fresh eating, salads, slaws, and cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive tropical vegetable that adds variety to home and edible gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds an unusual root vegetable to your home garden collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides an interesting climbing plant for warm-season garden spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffers a rewarding long-season growing project for gardeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be harvested for its crunchy, mild-flavored underground roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for garden beds, large containers, and warm-climate growing areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yam Bean, Jicama, Mexican Turnip\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePachyrhizus erosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warm-season perennial commonly grown as an annual\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green foliage; white to purple flowers; brown-skinned, white-fleshed roots; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous vines can reach around twenty feet or more with support\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fertile, loose, well-drained soil; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular moisture without prolonged waterlogging\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately seven to fourteen days; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e About one inch; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e About twelve to eighteen inches apart; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best in frost-free Zones ten to twelve, while suitable as an annual in other warm areas; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering\/Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long-season crop, often requiring around four to five months for mature roots; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh eating, salads, slaws, stir-fries, vegetable dishes, and edible gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoak seeds briefly before sowing to help soften the seed coat and support even emergence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant only after cold weather has passed and soil temperatures are consistently warm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide a sturdy trellis because the vigorous vines naturally climb and spread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove flowers where appropriate to encourage the plant to direct more energy toward root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore unused seeds in a cool, dry, dark location away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep them in a sealed, moisture-resistant container. Avoid storing seeds in areas exposed to heat or humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yam bean seeds should not be eaten. The seeds contain naturally occurring compounds that make them unsuitable for consumption. The cultivated edible portion is the mature underground root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Facts About Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYam bean is also widely known as jicama or Mexican turnip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant is a vigorous legume vine that develops an edible underground storage root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature yam bean roots are known for their crisp texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seeds are not edible, making proper identification and handling especially important when growing the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"EdenValleySeeds","offers":[{"title":"100 pcs","offer_id":52757543321912,"sku":"FLO-VEG-0442","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":52757543354680,"sku":"FLO-VEG-0443","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":52757543387448,"sku":"FLO-VEG-0444","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/8394\/8088\/files\/YamBean_Jicama_2.jpg?v=1787829793","url":"https:\/\/edenvalleyseeds.com\/products\/yam-bean-vegetable-seeds-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-garden-seeds","provider":"Edenvalleyseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}