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Jicama

advanced difficulty · hardiness zones 8–11

Methods
traditional
Planting window
April–May
Greenhouse
Recommended
Compact variant
Not noted

Production planning estimate

Plan around lb per 32 sq ft bed

A starting estimate is 15 lb per 32 sq ft bed. That means one garden bed is a reasonable first unit to plan for, then adjust for your climate, practices, and household demand.

Space guideline

32 sq ft per garden bed

Starting plan

— garden beds

Planning note: Needs a long frost-free season of 150+ days. A greenhouse or high tunnel extends the range where it can mature.

Jicama | Sowcial