Hernandez Sweet Potato Slips – 10 Orange Sweet Potato Vine Plants

Grow Your Own Delicious Hernandez Sweet Potatoes

Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own sweet potatoes with these Hernandez Sweet Potato Slips. This bundle includes 10 healthy, non-GMO, and chemical-free slips, ready to plant and grow into vibrant, orange-fleshed sweet potatoes. Developed at Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, the Hernandez variety is known for its uniform shape, size, and resistance to common diseases.

These sweet potato slips are perfect for gardeners of all levels. The Hernandez variety, with its deep orange meat and bright orange skin, offers a delightful flavor and nutritional benefits. These vine type plants are ideal for USDA Hardiness Zones 5-11 and require approximately 100 days to mature.

Benefits of Growing Hernandez Sweet Potatoes:

• Non-GMO & Chemical-Free: Enjoy naturally grown sweet potatoes without harmful chemicals.
• Disease Resistant: The Hernandez variety exhibits intermediate to resistant traits against common soil and root diseases.
• Delicious Flavor: Savor the sweet and rich taste of deep orange sweet potatoes.
• Easy to Grow: Suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
• Nutritious: Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Planting and Care Instructions: Upon arrival, rehydrate the slips in water for a couple of days, changing the water daily and adding a touch of hydrogen peroxide or rooting hormone. Plant them in loose, well-drained soil, ensuring they receive full sun. Water regularly, providing shade if they haven’t been acclimated to direct sunlight. Remember, the condition of the leaves upon arrival is less important than the health of the stem and roots.

These orange sweet potato vine plants will thrive with proper care, providing you with a bountiful harvest of delicious and nutritious sweet potatoes. Enjoy the process of growing your own food and the satisfaction of sharing your harvest with family and friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long do Hernandez sweet potatoes take to mature?
  Approximately 100 days from planting the slips.
• What USDA Hardiness Zones are suitable for these sweet potato slips?
  USDA Hardiness Zones 5-11.
• How much sunlight do Hernandez sweet potatoes need?
  Full sun, ideally at least 6 hours per day.
• What type of soil is best for planting sweet potato slips?
  Loose, well-drained soil with a neutral pH.
• How deep should I plant the sweet potato slips?
  Plant them as deep as the first set of leaves.