Sweet Potato 'Speckled Purple'

Ipomoeabatatas

Family
Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Ipomoea (ip-oh-MEE-a)
Species
batatas (bat-TAT-as)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | August 2009 | neutral

As described by Mericlones: "Reddish purple skin, Bright magenta and purple flesh with white speckles. Quick and heavy producer. "

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Monarch
(Danaus plexippus)
South Island Oystercatcher
(Haematopus finschi)
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Monarch
(Danaus plexippus)
South Island Oystercatcher
(Haematopus finschi)