Overview

Cultivate your own healthy and delicious harvest with this packet of jicama seeds. Each packet contains 20 high-quality, non-gmo jicama seeds, perfect for starting your vegetable garden. Jicama, scientifically known as Pachyrhizus erosus, is a root vegetable native to Mexico and Central America, cherished for its crisp texture and sweet, starchy flavor. Often referred to as Mexican Yam Bean Root or jicama root potato, this versatile vegetable can be enjoyed raw in salads, stir-fries, or as a refreshing snack. Growing jicama from seed is a rewarding experience, allowing you to enjoy fresh, organic produce right from your backyard. These fresh seeds are from the new season, ensuring a good germination rate and vigorous growth. With proper care, you’ll be able to harvest your own jicama in approximately 150 days.

Known for its delightful crunch and mild taste, jicama is an excellent addition to any culinary repertoire. These jicama seeds offer the opportunity to cultivate a unique and healthy vegetable that is both edible and provides attractive foliage. The plant thrives in warm climates, producing beautiful flowers before developing its edible roots. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, these seeds provide an accessible way to expand your home garden with an exciting and beneficial crop.

Key Benefits

Growing your own jicama offers numerous advantages, from fresh produce to a fulfilling gardening experience. These jicama seeds provide a simple path to enjoying these benefits:

• Fresh, Healthy Produce: Enjoy crisp, sweet jicama straight from your garden, ensuring maximum freshness and nutritional value. Jicama is rich in fiber, Vitamin C, and other essential nutrients.
• Non-GMO Assurance: Our non-gmo jicama seeds mean you’re growing natural, unaltered produce, aligning with healthy and sustainable gardening practices.
• Versatile Culinary Ingredient: The Mexican Yam Bean Root is incredibly versatile. Use it raw in salads, slaws, and as a dip accompaniment, or lightly cook it in stir-fries and soups. Its mild flavor pairs well with many dishes.
• Rewarding Gardening Experience: Watching your jicama plants grow from tiny jicama seeds into mature, harvestable roots is a deeply satisfying process for any gardener.
• Homegrown Flavor: Experience the superior taste and texture of homegrown jicama compared to store-bought varieties. You’ll truly appreciate the difference.
• Space-Efficient Growth: While the roots grow underground, the plant itself can be managed in a garden bed, providing a good yield without requiring excessive space.
• Long Shelf Life: Once harvested, jicama stores well in a cool, dry place, allowing you to enjoy your bounty for an extended period.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Successful cultivation of jicama seeds requires attention to specific environmental conditions. Jicama thrives in warm, humid subtropical to tropical wet and dry climates. It prefers a long growing season, typically around 150 days to harvest. Plant your jicama seeds directly into well-draining soil after the last frost, when soil temperatures have warmed sufficiently. A soil rich in organic matter will support robust root development. The ideal pH for jicama is slightly acidic to neutral.

For sunlight, jicama performs best in full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates, but full sun generally leads to larger roots. Watering should be medium and consistent, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot, but also prevent the soil from drying out completely, as this can stunt growth. During dry spells, supplemental watering is crucial. Fertilize moderately with a balanced fertilizer once the plants are established, and again during the mid-growing season to support root development. Keep an eye out for common garden pests, though jicama is generally resilient. Proper care will help you achieve a bountiful harvest of your jicama root potato.

Size & Details

This offering includes 20 Jicama Seeds, ready for planting. These seeds boast an impressive germination rate of 85%, ensuring a high likelihood of successful sprouting. The plants typically germinate within 10-15 days under optimal conditions. Jicama is a vining plant, and while the edible part is the root, the foliage can be quite extensive. The roots themselves can grow quite large, sometimes weighing several pounds each, depending on growing conditions and cultivation. The seeds are packed for the 2025 season, guaranteeing freshness and viability. Expect your first harvest approximately 150 days after planting. The final size of your Mexican Yam Bean Root will be influenced by factors such as soil quality, consistent watering, and adequate sunlight. These are true jicama species, ensuring authentic flavor and characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The jicama plant is a vining species, and while its foliage can spread, the edible roots develop underground. Individual jicama roots can grow to be quite large, often weighing several pounds, depending on growing conditions.
• Q: What is the best climate for growing jicama? A: Jicama thrives in warm, humid subtropical, tropical wet, and tropical wet & dry climates. It requires a long, frost-free growing season to produce mature roots.
• Q: How much sunlight does jicama need? A: For optimal growth and root development, jicama prefers full sun, which means at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It can tolerate partial shade in very hot regions.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Jicama is considered moderately easy to grow, especially in suitable climates. Consistent watering and adequate sunlight are key to a successful harvest of your jicama seeds.
• Q: What condition will the jicama seeds arrive in? A: The seeds are fresh and from the new season, packed to ensure viability and a high germination rate. We ensure they are in excellent condition for planting.
• Q: When is the best time to plant jicama seeds? A: The best time to plant jicama is after the last danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up, typically in late spring or early summer in suitable climates.
• Q: How long until I can harvest the Mexican Yam Bean Root? A: Jicama typically takes about 150 days from planting to reach maturity and be ready for harvest.
• Q: Can I grow jicama in a container? A: While jicama can be grown in large containers, ensure the container is deep and wide enough to accommodate the developing roots. This might be a good option for those looking to grow jicama in smaller spaces.
• Q: Are these non-gmo jicama seeds? A: Yes, these are non-gmo jicama seeds, ensuring you grow natural and unaltered produce.
• Q: What kind of soil does jicama prefer? A: Jicama prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal for healthy growth.