Good companions
Corn, Beans
Roots
Yam growing guide
Climbing tropical tuber crop needing a long warm season and strong support. Different from sweet potato.
14-35 daysGermination
240-360 daysHarvest
90 cmSpacing
8 cmSow depth
Full/PartSun
TenderFrost
3 cm/weekWater
5.5-7pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Subtropical | Sep - Dec | Sep - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Mediterranean | Sep - Nov | Nov - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Temperate | Mar - May | May - Jun | Jul - Oct |
| Cool | Apr - May | Jun | Aug - Oct |
| Arid | Sep - Nov | Sep - Nov | Jan - Dec |
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Growing note
Grow from small tubers or bulbils; provide a trellis and harvest when vines yellow.
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