Yam is a root vegetable with rich nutrition and high medicinal value, which has attracted widespread attention. This article will introduce the method and time of yam cultivation to help you understand how to grow high-quality yam.
First, the planting method of yam.
Land selection and land preparation. Choose deep, well-drained, and fertile sandy soil as the planting site for yams. Before planting, the soil should be deeply cultivated and finely groomed, and well-rotted organic fertilizer should be applied to enhance soil fertility.
Select the variety. 
Choose high-quality, disease-resistant, and high-yield yam varieties, such as iron stick yam, Huai yam, etc. When choosing varieties, it is necessary to choose suitable varieties according to local climatic conditions and market demand.
Sow. Yams are usually sown in spring, depending on the local climatic conditions. Before sowing, the yam is cut into small pieces, each about 10-15 cm long, and the cut is disinfected by applying quicklime. Insert the cut yam segments vertically into the soil at a depth of about 10-15 cm and a plant spacing of about 20 cm.
Field management. 
In the process of growing yam, it is necessary to carry out weeding, loosening soil, and erecting scaffolding in time. When setting up a scaffold, choose a sturdy and durable bracket to support the yam vines as they climb. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases, such as yam anthracnose, yam spot, etc.
Second, the planting time of yam.
Yams are usually planted in spring, depending on the local climatic conditions. Before planting, the soil should be deeply cultivated and finely groomed, and well-rotted organic fertilizer should be applied to enhance soil fertility. At the time of sowing, the yam is cut into small pieces, each about 10-15 cm long, and the cut is disinfected by applying quicklime. Insert the cut yam segments vertically into the soil at a depth of about 10-15 cm and a plant spacing of about 20 cm. In the process of growth, it is necessary to carry out weeding, loosening soil, erection and other work in time. When it comes to erecting a frame, choose a sturdy and durable stand. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases.