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Jicama or Pachyrhizus erosus is a vine that is native to Mexico although most people are familiar with its root which is used in cooking. Jicama also known as yam bean can be found on tables in Mexican restaurants as a condiment and it is widely used in recipes like fresh salads salsas and soups. Jicama requires a long growing season in order to produce the roots or tubers that provide the meat of the plant. Jicama is a tropical plant that grows best in warm climates throughout Central America and USDA zones 7 through 10. To grow jicama plant the seeds care for the plant and finally harvest the jicama. 1 X Research source Plant jicama after the danger of frost has passed. Jicama doesnt do well during a frost so wait to plant until the weather has warmed up to plant it in your garden. Research the average date of the last frost in your area and plant your jicama one to two weeks after this date.
Obtain jicama seeds. Unless you already have seeds you will need to obtain them. Jicama seeds can be purchased at a nursery some home improvement stores or even online. Check the packet to make sure you have the right seeds before planting.
Soak the seeds. Put the jicama seeds in lukewarm water to speed up germination. Place seeds in a shallow pan of warm water. Allow them to sit for 24 hours. Then remove the seeds from the water.
Choose a good location. Look for a place in your garden that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day. The spot you choose to grow the jicama will affect the outcome of the harvest. The location you choose should be exposed to full sun for the duration of the six to eight hours.
Make sure the location has good soil. Choose a location with moist but well drained soil. Make sure the soil is alkaline with a pH over 7. You can test this easily with a commercial pH tester.
Water the seeds. If you decide to plant the seeds in a pot before the frost you will need to take care of the seeds. Once you have planted them in a medium sized pot with planting soil water the seeds regularly until the last frost. Water the seeds until the soil is moist any time the soil feels dry.
Dig small holes. Make the holes about 1/4 inch 0.6 cm in depth. The amount of holes you dig depends on the number of seeds you have to plant. The holes should be about 12 30.5 cm apart. If you plant more than one row then the rows should be 2 to 3 0.61 to 0.91 m apart.
Place the jicama seeds in the soil. You can dig the holes first or dig them as you plant the seeds. The soil should feel moist and warm without you watering it first. Cover the seeds and tamp them down lightly.Jicama (pronounced hick-uh-mah) is a tasty root vegetable that's easy to grow and great for snacking Jicama is a tropical plant that grows best in warm climates throughout Central America and USDA zones 7 through 10 Jicama can be eaten raw or cooked and used in a wide variety of dishes
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