Can you grow sweet potatoes from seed

Yes, you can grow sweet potatoes from seed. However, it is not the most common way to grow them. Sweet potatoes are usually grown from slips, which are small shoots that grow from the roots of mature sweet potatoes.

If you want to grow sweet potatoes from seed, you will need to start them indoors about 8 weeks before the last frost. Sow the seeds 1/2 inch deep in a well-drained seed starting mix. Keep the soil moist and warm, and provide plenty of light. Once the seedlings have developed their first set of true leaves, you can transplant them outdoors.

Sweet potatoes need full sun and well-drained soil to grow properly. They should be spaced about 12 inches apart in rows that are 3 feet apart. Water the plants deeply and regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.

Sweet potatoes will be ready to harvest in about 100-120 days. To harvest, dig up the plants carefully and brush off any excess dirt. Store the sweet potatoes in a cool, dry place for up to several months.

Can you grow sweet potatoes from store bought potatoes?
- No, you cannot grow sweet potatoes from store bought potatoes. They have been treated with a sprout inhibitor that will prevent them from sprouting.
How long does it take to grow sweet potatoes from seed?
- It takes about 100-120 days to grow sweet potatoes from seed.
What is the best time to plant sweet potato seeds?
- The best time to plant sweet potato seeds is about 8 weeks before the last frost.
How deep should you plant sweet potato seeds?
- Sweet potato seeds should be planted 1/2 inch deep in the soil.
How often should you water sweet potato plants?
- Sweet potato plants should be watered deeply and regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.

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