How many times can yam be planted in a year? Can it be harvested in one year?

How many seasons can yam be planted in a year?

Yam is an annual plant and is generally planted once a year, usually in spring, around April. my country has a vast territory and the planting time of yam varies under different climates.

In the warm areas in the south, the low temperature period is less and shorter, so yam can be planted from January to May. The climate in the Yangtze River Basin is also relatively suitable, so it is generally chosen to be planted in March. The temperature in the northern region rises later, so try to plant it in March and April. The northeast region has a high latitude and spring comes later, so it is generally planted around April.

Yam Planting Conditions

Yam is a light-loving, short-day crop that can also tolerate shade. Yam needs plenty of sunlight to grow, but it cannot be exposed to sunlight for a long time. The most suitable temperature for yam growth is 25-28℃.

The growth of yam has extremely high requirements for water and fertilizer management. After planting, it is necessary to water it regularly, and try to water it once every three days. It will take root and sprout in about a month. It is a climbing plant, so it is necessary to build a frame in time. In addition, it is necessary to fertilize it in time and provide enough nutrients to ensure the healthy growth of yam.

Yam Harvest Time

Yams are usually harvested in October and November, or you can wait until the spring of the following year to harvest and dig out the tubers. Yams grown in greenhouses are usually harvested in June, and the yams we eat are generally harvested and put on the market in spring and summer.