Sweet Potato Purple

Wonderful purple skinned, white 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 a 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