Sweet Potato Seeds - Pink

Japanese sweet potato seeds produce a warm-season vining plant with trailing growth and broad, heart-shaped leaves. This type is suited to tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate climates with a long, frost-free growing season. Plants are commonly grown in garden beds, raised rows, or large containers and require loose, well-drained soil for proper development. Japanese sweet potatoes adapt well to a range of growing conditions when provided consistent warmth, sunlight, and moderate moisture, making them suitable for home gardening and small-scale cultivation.

Features

• Trailing, vining growth habit

• Adapted to warm and frost-free climates

• Suitable for garden beds, raised rows, and containers

• Performs best with consistent warmth and sunlight

• Warm-season crop for extended growing periods

Specifications

• Scientific name: Ipomoea batatas

• Common name (US): Sweet Potato

• Seed type / variety: Japanese Pink variety

• Growth habit: Trailing vine

• USDA hardiness zones: 8 to 11

• Planting season: Spring after danger of frost

• Sowing season:

  • Indoor: February to March

  • Outdoor: April to June

• Germination time and conditions: 10 to 21 days; requires warm soil temperatures and evenly moist growing medium

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Loose, well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Watering needs: Moderate; water regularly during growth, avoid waterlogged conditions

• Mature plant size: Vines spread approximately 6 to 10 feet

• Plant spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart