Grow Vibrant Purple Majesty Sweet Potatoes
Enhance your garden with Purple Majesty sweet potato slips. You’ll receive a bundle of at least 10 sweet potato slips, ready to plant and grow. These Non-GMO and chemical-free plants produce stunning purple sweet potatoes, rich in anthocyanin and antioxidants. Enjoy consistent yields and a unique addition to your vegetable garden.
Benefits of Purple Majesty Sweet Potatoes:
- Striking purple exterior and interior
- High nutritional value with anthocyanin and antioxidants
- Color retained after cooking, perfect for colorful medleys
- Consistent yields, even in shorter growing seasons
- Non-GMO and chemical-free for healthy eating
Planting and Care Instructions:
Plant your Purple Majesty sweet potato slips in late spring or early summer when soil temperatures are warm. Space plants 12″ apart in rows spaced 4′ apart. Ensure loose, well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially after planting. If slips arrive looking dry, rehydrate them in water before planting. Provide shade initially to acclimate them to the garden environment.
Growing Tips:
Purple Majesty sweet potatoes have a 100-day maturity date, making them suitable for various growing regions. Northern growers appreciate the shorter maturity date. Remember that the condition of the leaves upon arrival is not as important as the health of the stem and roots. Consider adding hydrogen peroxide or rooting hormone to the water during rehydration to promote root growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does it take for Purple Majesty sweet potatoes to mature?
A: Purple Majesty sweet potatoes typically mature in about 100 days.
Q: What is the best way to rehydrate the slips upon arrival?
A: Unwrap the slips and place them in a cup of water for a couple of days, changing the water daily. Add a little hydrogen peroxide and/or rooting hormone to the water to help the rooting process.
Q: What soil type is best for Purple Majesty sweet potatoes?
A: Purple Majesty sweet potatoes thrive in loose, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH.
Q: How much sunlight do Purple Majesty sweet potato plants need?
A: These plants require full sun exposure, ideally at least 6-8 hours per day.
Q: Can I grow Purple Majesty sweet potatoes in northern states?
A: Yes, Purple Majesty is a great option for northern growers due to its shorter maturity date.
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