Thai Jicama Root Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Garden SeedsPachyrhizus erosusListing is for 1 packet of 10 seeds Jicama also known as True Jicama, Yam Bean, or Man Kaeo in Thai, is a crisp, sweet root vegetable perfect for adding to salads, stir-fries, and snacks. This Thai variety produces larger tubers than traditional Mexican Jicama, with roots reaching up to 5-6 inches in width and up to 5 pounds in warmer climates. The light-colored flesh is juicy and crunchy, with tan to light brown skin. An annual, open-pollinated plant, Jicama takes around 150 days to mature, with the roots developing fully after flowering. Please note: only the roots are edible, as the leaves and seed pods are poisonous. Follow me on social media because I post a lot of information on how to grow the very same seeds available in my shop. Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: jerrasgarden. PLANTINGGermination: 15-20 days Seed Sowing Depth: 1/4” deep Sowing: Jicama thrives in sandy, loamy, well-drained soil and warm temperatures. Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost in temperate climates, then transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Keep the soil moist and fertilize as needed. For optimal growth, maintain temperatures in the 70s or warmer, as the plant is not frost-tolerant. To encourage larger roots, trim off flowers as they appear. Days to maturity: 120 days
