Explore an unusual Andean root crop with Black Maca seeds, Lepidium meyenii. Choose 25, 50, or 100 seeds from the options above. Maca forms a low rosette of foliage and a swollen underground storage organ, often called its root. It is best approached as a specialist crop for a long, cool growing season.
Why Grow Black Maca?
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An unusual vegetable: Add a traditional Andean crop to a collection of edible plants.
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Interesting growth: Watch the compact foliage develop while the storage organ thickens beneath the soil.
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Choose your trial size: Three packet sizes let you start a small experiment or compare different planting sites.
Growing Tips
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Plan for cool conditions: Maca originates in the high Peruvian Andes. Successful leaf growth in warm weather does not necessarily mean a good root crop.
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Light: Provide full sun or light afternoon shade.
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Sowing: Sow thinly into a fine seedbed or seed-starting mix and cover lightly. Water gently so the small seeds stay in place.
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Moisture: Keep the seedbed consistently moist during emergence. Avoid alternating between prolonged dryness and saturation.
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Growing space: Thin crowded seedlings so each plant has room to develop. Use soil that allows roots to expand and avoid compacted areas.
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Patience: In its native growing region, the edible storage organ develops over roughly 6–8 months. Timing and root size can differ substantially elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my order contain?
A packet of Black Maca planting seeds in the quantity selected above.
Is this a quick crop like radish?
No. Allow several months and a suitable cool season for underground development.
Can I grow it in a hot summer climate?
Root production is challenging in sustained warmth. A trial during your coolest growing period is more appropriate than expecting a dependable summer harvest.
