How to grow yam

Soil selection: yam likes to grow in fertile, loose, permeable and water-retentive soil. It is best to choose an acidic or neutral soil with a soil pH between 5.5 ~ 6.5. It is also important to ensure good drainage and avoid stagnant water.

Planting time: yam is usually transplanted in mid-March to early April, when the temperature is favorable for the growth of seedlings. Sterilization should be carried out before planting to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.

Planting method: First, you need to soak the yam seeds in water for 6 to 8 hours to allow the seeds to absorb water and germinate. Then choose the appropriate size of the yam seeds and insert them in the soil, paying attention to the depth should be moderate, usually twice the depth of the diameter of the seeds. Water thoroughly after inserting the seeds to keep the soil moist.

Daily management: yams need to pay attention to keep the soil moist during the growth period, but also to avoid overwatering. At the same time to pay attention to weeding and fertilization, it is recommended to use organic fertilizers for fertilization, avoid the use of chemical fertilizers. If you find pests and diseases to take timely measures to prevent and control.

Harvesting time: yam is usually harvested in the fall, when the rhizome becomes thicker and the nutrient content is relatively high. After harvesting should be timely cleaning, drying or steaming treatment.

In short, the planting of yam needs to pay attention to soil selection, planting methods, daily management and harvesting time, etc., only to do a good job of these details, in order to get a better yield and quality.