Name: Tiger selected peanut stripped
Brand: Green Legacy Seeds
SKU: Veg13
Price: 11.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Source Data

Cyperus esculentus fresh seeds, Chufa seeds, Tiger nut seeds, Atadwe, Yellow nutsedge, Earth almond, Nuts, Organic seeds, Non GMO (lat. Cyperus esculentus)

A perennial herbaceous plant of the Sedge family (Cyperaceae), cultivated as a food plant because of the edible nodules on the roots. A perennial plant, cultivated as an annual, 30-90 cm high.

This nut grows in the Northern hemisphere from temperate to subtropical climate. Although the plant belongs to the perennial in cultivated form, it grows for only a year. After the tubers ripen, they are dug out and the plant dies. Ground almonds are a very tasty nut, with a high content of fats, proteins and sugar.

The nut tastes very sweet with a pronounced nutty taste. Before use, the nut can be lightly fried, although with proper drying it can be eaten like this. The nut tubers are very hard, so they must be soaked before use.

Chufa is undemanding to the soil, but gives the best yield on fertile loose soils, prefers sunny places and moderate watering, grows worse on waterlogged soils.

Instructions

Growing Tiger selected peanut stripped (Cyprus esculentus) from seed is a rewarding process. Follow these guidelines for best results.
Seed Preparation: Scarify the seed coat by nicking with a knife or rubbing with sandpaper, then soak in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing.
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in well-draining seed compost. Water gently and keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place in a bright location at 18–22°C.
Germination: Seeds germinate quickly in 5–14 days once scarified and sown. Seedlings grow rapidly. Provide full sun after germination.
Transplanting: Transplant seedlings into individual pots once they have 2–3 pairs of true leaves. Harden off gradually over 7–10 days before planting in final position. Space according to the mature size of the species.
Aftercare: Water regularly during the first growing season. Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune as needed to maintain shape.
Hardiness: Hardiness varies by species and growing conditions. Young plants may need protection from extreme temperatures. Acclimatize gradually to outdoor conditions.