Below is a list of all known varietals for Sweet Potato. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.
Varietal Name | Description | Soil Texture | pH Range | Organic Matter | Salinity Level | Hardiness Zone | Humidity | Water (in/wk) |
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Allgold | An orange-fleshed variety with yellow skin, known for its smooth texture and sweet flavor, great for baking and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Beauregard | A widely grown sweet potato variety with reddish-orange skin and deep orange flesh, known for its sweetness and versatility in baking, boiling, and frying. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Bonita | A white-fleshed variety with tan skin, known for its mild sweetness and smooth texture, ideal for roasting and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Burgundy | A red-skinned variety with orange flesh, known for its moist texture and sweet flavor, great for pies and casseroles. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Bushbok | An African variety with purple skin and white flesh, offering a mild, earthy flavor and a firm texture. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Carolina Ruby | A red-skinned sweet potato with deep orange flesh, known for its sweet flavor and moist texture, ideal for baking and roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Centennial | A long, orange-fleshed variety with copper skin, known for its early harvest and versatility in various cooking methods. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Covington | A popular variety with rose-colored skin and moist, deep orange flesh, often used for mashing, baking, and roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Diane | A reddish-orange skinned variety with moist, sweet orange flesh, perfect for baking and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Evangelina | A new variety with rose-colored skin and orange flesh, offering a sweet flavor and moist texture, ideal for roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Garnet | A red-skinned variety with deep orange flesh, offering a sweet flavor and moist texture, great for baking and roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Georgia Jet | An early-maturing variety with red skin and deep orange flesh, known for its sweet flavor and large yields. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Goldrush | A yellow-fleshed sweet potato with golden skin, known for its creamy texture and sweet, nutty flavor, great for roasting and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Hannah | A pale-skinned variety with light yellow or white flesh, offering a mildly sweet flavor and a dry, starchy texture, great for baking and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Japanese (Satsuma-Imo) | A Japanese variety with purple skin and white flesh, offering a slightly dry, starchy texture and a sweet, nutty flavor, often roasted. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Jersey | A traditional white-fleshed sweet potato with pale skin, offering a mild flavor and smooth texture, often used for boiling and baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Jewel | An orange-fleshed sweet potato with copper skin, known for its sweet flavor and versatility in cooking, from baking to frying. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Korean Purple | A Korean variety with purple skin and white flesh, offering a starchy, slightly sweet flavor, often used in Asian cuisine. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Lorca | An orange-fleshed variety with copper skin, known for its sweet flavor and moist texture, ideal for baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Mishima | A Japanese sweet potato with red skin and pale yellow flesh, known for its rich sweetness and firm texture, great for roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Molokai | A Hawaiian variety with deep purple flesh and a sweet flavor, often used for colorful dishes and baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Murasaki | A Japanese sweet potato with purple skin and creamy white flesh, offering a sweet flavor and dry texture, perfect for roasting and baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Nancy Hall | An heirloom sweet potato with yellow skin and orange flesh, offering a sweet, rich flavor, perfect for roasting and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
O Henry | A white-fleshed variety with tan skin, similar to Beauregard but with a more subtle flavor and smooth texture, great for baking and frying. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Porto Rico | A variety with copper skin and deep orange flesh, known for its smooth texture and sweet flavor, commonly used for pies and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Purple (Okinawan) | A purple-skinned and purple-fleshed sweet potato variety, known for its firm texture, mildly sweet flavor, and high antioxidant content. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Regal | A moist, sweet orange-fleshed variety with smooth skin, ideal for mashing and roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Stokes Purple | A purple-fleshed variety with a mildly sweet flavor and firm texture, often used for roasting and baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Sumor | A white-fleshed variety with tan skin, offering a mild flavor and starchy texture, ideal for boiling and roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Sunset | An orange-fleshed variety with deep red skin, known for its sweetness and moist texture, often used in casseroles and pies. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Tainung 65 | A variety developed for tropical regions with purple skin and orange flesh, offering a sweet flavor and firm texture, perfect for baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Toka Toka Gold | A golden-skinned, yellow-fleshed sweet potato with a smooth texture and mild sweetness, perfect for baking and mashing. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Vardaman | A compact variety with golden skin and orange flesh, offering a sweet flavor and smooth texture, ideal for small gardens. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
Velvet | A golden-fleshed sweet potato with a creamy texture and mild sweetness, often used for mashing and baking. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate | |
White Yam | A pale-skinned, white-fleshed sweet potato with a starchy, slightly dry texture, often used for mashing or roasting. | Loamy Soil | 6.6 - 7.3 | Moderate (2% - 4%) | < 2 | 9A | Moderate |