Smallanthus sonchifolius(Yakon) - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Yacon (Smallanthus sonchifolius) produces attractive, yellow flowers in June. It prefers a well-drained, loose, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position. The upright plant usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Yacon are medium green in colour.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: depending on variety in autumn or spring.

Care
Dug up tubers and bulbs of non-hardy perennials can be stored in a dry, dark and above all frost-free place over winter.

Flower
The yellow, capitate flowers appear in June.

Use
Vegetable garden, consumption, perennial bed