(Ipomoea Batatas ‘Purple’)
Easy to grow golden skinned, gold fleshed variety of Sweet Potato with edible shoots.
Flavours/Food Partners
Sweet Potatoes partner with all other root vegetables either baked, steamed or fried. Flavour is enhanced with addition of cinnamon, sweet chilli and basil.
Health/Cooking/Medicinal
Sweet Potatoes are an healthy alternative to regular potatoes and are high in Vitamin A, beta carotene and fibre whilst still giving good energy levels. They can be eaten in a multitude of ways but best is steamed, baked or lightly fried as chips. Bake whole without peeling and serve with a smothering of cinnamon butter or thinly fried with sweet chilli sauce.
Landscaping/Planting
Airy, open position with plenty of sun, avoid moderate or heavier frosts. Likes spring watering in a location with very good drainage.
Cultivation/Fertiliser
Requires regular applications of Seasol and Powerfeed. Deep soaking in spring. When plants are young then keep dry. Harvest at 3-6 months.
Herb Attributes
| Position | FULL SUN, LIGHT FROST |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.5M |
| Width | 30CM |