{"title":"Sweet Potatoes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sweet-potato-beauregard","title":"Sweet Potato, Beauregard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe classic sweet potato that helped define modern production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIf you want a dependable, productive sweet potato with the familiar flavor and appearance most people associate with a classic baked sweet potato, Beauregard is an outstanding choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDeveloped by the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station and released in 1987, Beauregard quickly became an industry standard. It combines high yield, attractive smooth skin, good storage ability and excellent quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eClassic Color \u0026amp; Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard produces attractive light-rose-skinned roots with rich orange flesh. Once cooked, the flesh is moist, tender and sweet, making it an exceptionally versatile kitchen variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBake one whole for a classic side dish, roast it into wedges, mash it with butter and spices, or turn it into sweet potato fries. Its familiar flavor and texture make Beauregard a great choice for everything from everyday meals to holiday dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eVigorous \u0026amp; Productive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard is an early, prolific plant producer with vigorous vines and strong yield potential. NC State describes it as a widely adapted LSU variety and notes that its North Carolina B94-14 selection has less twining vines and sets more roots, helping control root size and shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eUnder typical production conditions, harvest begins approximately 100–110 days after transplanting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard produces smooth, attractive roots and stores well after proper curing, making it useful for gardeners who want to enjoy their harvest well beyond digging day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eA Proven Variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard's long track record is one of its defining characteristics. Since its release in 1987, it has become one of the most important sweet potato varieties in American production. LSU AgCenter describes it as a benchmark variety that helped move sweet potato production into the modern era with consistent high yields and smooth, attractive skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFor home gardeners, it offers the same characteristics that made it successful commercially: vigorous growth, high production, attractive roots and excellent eating quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 100–110 days Skin: Light rose Flesh: Orange Flavor: Sweet, rich and traditional Texture: Moist and tender Root Shape: Smooth and generally elongated Growth Habit: Vigorous, spreading vines Yield: High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePlant Production: Early and prolific Sun: Full sun Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil Uses: Baking, roasting, mashing, fries and fresh eating Storage: Excellent Disease Resistance: Fusarium wilt resistant; moderately resistant to Streptomyces soil rot Special Feature: One of the most widely adapted and established sweet potato varieties in U.S. production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeauregard is a true classic—productive, dependable and delicious, with the smooth rose skin and sweet orange flesh gardeners have come to expect from a premium sweet potato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jung Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"12 Pack","offer_id":47682626748577,"sku":"04705A","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":47682626781345,"sku":"04705B","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":47682626814113,"sku":"04705C","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Pack","offer_id":47682626846881,"sku":"04705D","price":70.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7950\/3777\/files\/3f703a7c-cab1-f111-bb15-12241a88fabd_04705_..jpg?v=1790003776"},{"product_id":"sweet-potato-covington","title":"Sweet Potato, Covington","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOne of America's favorite sweet potatoes for a reason.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington combines everything gardeners look for in a great sweet potato: beautiful color, excellent flavor, high yields and remarkably uniform roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDeveloped by North Carolina State University and released in 2005, Covington was bred in response to the need for a more consistent table-stock sweet potato. Today, it is the major table-stock cultivar in North Carolina and has become one of the most widely grown sweet potatoes in the United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBeautiful Roots with Excellent Uniformity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington produces attractive light-rose-skinned roots with rich orange flesh. The roots are generally blocky to fusiform and tend to size very evenly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThat uniformity is one of Covington's greatest strengths. NC State reports a high packout of No. 1 roots, meaning a large proportion of the harvest falls into desirable marketable sizes and shapes. Compared with Beauregard, Covington tends to produce fewer oversized roots and more evenly sized storage roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSweet, Moist \u0026amp; Delicious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIn the kitchen, Covington delivers the classic sweet potato experience. The flesh cooks up moist, smooth and sweet, making it excellent for everything from a simple baked sweet potato to mashed potatoes, roasted wedges and fries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eNC State specifically describes Covington as moist, smooth and sweet when baked, while variety trials have rated its eating quality very highly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eExcellent Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington isn't just a variety for harvest day. Properly cured roots can store exceptionally well, allowing gardeners to enjoy their crop for months after harvest. NC State notes that Covington stores and ships well, while NC State Extension reports that properly cured and stored roots can keep for up to 12 months under appropriate conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eStrong Disease Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington also offers a useful disease-resistance package. It is resistant to Fusarium wilt and southern root-knot nematode, with moderate resistance to Streptomyces soil rot. It is susceptible to guava root-knot nematode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePlants are vigorous and spreading, and the variety reaches harvest in approximately 105–115 days under typical growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 105–115 days Skin: Light rose Flesh: Orange Flavor: Sweet, rich and smooth Texture: Moist and tender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eRoot Shape: Blocky to fusiform Root Uniformity: Excellent Growth Habit: Vigorous, spreading vines Yield: High No. 1 Packout: Excellent Sun: Full sun Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil Uses: Baking, roasting, mashing, fries and fresh eating Storage: Excellent Disease Resistance: Fusarium wilt and southern root-knot nematode resistant; moderately resistant to Streptomyces soil rot Special Feature: Highly uniform roots with excellent eating quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eCovington is an excellent all-around sweet potato—high yielding, beautifully uniform and exceptionally good to eat. If you want a dependable orange-fleshed variety with the classic sweet, moist texture and excellent storage potential, Covington is a standout choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jung Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"12 Pack","offer_id":47682909208737,"sku":"04712A","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":47682909241505,"sku":"04712B","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":47682909274273,"sku":"04712C","price":57.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Pack","offer_id":47682909307041,"sku":"04712D","price":72.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7950\/3777\/files\/ece2251c-895e-f111-8432-126ad4ca5ceb_04712A_..jpg?v=1789737484"},{"product_id":"sweet-potato-georgia-jet","title":"Sweet Potato, Georgia Jet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOne of the best choices for short-season gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGrowing sweet potatoes in a northern climate can be challenging—but Georgia Jet was made for the job. This fast-growing variety produces large, attractive roots in approximately 90 days, making it a favorite for gardeners who don't have the long, hot growing season preferred by many sweet potatoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGeorgia Jet produces beautiful rose-red to dusky-red skin with deep orange flesh. The flesh is notably sweet and moist, making this variety particularly well suited for baking. The cooked roots have the soft, tender texture many gardeners expect from a classic baked sweet potato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFast Growth \u0026amp; Big Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGeorgia Jet is a vigorous vining variety that gets growing quickly and develops large storage roots in a relatively short period. Garden sources commonly list it at approximately 90 days, with some reporting maturity as early as 80–90 days under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe plants can spread several feet, so allow plenty of room for the vines to run. In return, you'll be rewarded with an impressive harvest of large sweet potatoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eA Northern Favorite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGeorgia Jet has earned a reputation for performing well in shorter-season and cooler northern gardens. It is listed by multiple growers specifically for northern climates, and its early maturity makes it a practical choice where later-maturing varieties may struggle to finish before fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFor northern gardeners, the key is getting the crop off to a fast start. Plant slips only after the soil has warmed and all danger of frost has passed. Black plastic mulch can be particularly helpful because it warms the soil and encourages rapid early growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eGeorgia Jet at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 90–100 days Skin: Rose-red to dusky red Flesh: Deep orange Flavor: Sweet and rich Texture: Moist and tender Root Shape: Large and generally elongated Growth Habit: Vigorous, spreading vines Yield: High Sun: Full sun Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil Uses: Baking, roasting, mashing and fries Special Feature: Excellent choice for shorter growing seasons Georgia Jet is a great way to bring homegrown sweet potatoes to northern gardens. 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Distinctive flavor. A sweet potato unlike any other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBring something truly spectacular to your garden with Purple Majesty Sweet Potato. From the moment you dig the roots, you'll understand the name—both the skin and flesh are an intense, deep purple that creates an unforgettable presentation on the plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBut Purple Majesty is more than just good looks. The flesh is moderately sweet, pleasantly earthy and relatively dry, giving it a firmer texture than many traditional orange sweet potatoes. That makes it especially versatile in the kitchen. Roast it until caramelized, bake it whole, turn it into vivid purple fries, or mash it for a side dish that is sure to get attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe purple color comes from naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments, the same class of compounds responsible for the color of many purple and blue fruits and vegetables. Purple Majesty has been noted for retaining its attractive color after cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eVigorous Plants \u0026amp; Uniform Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePurple Majesty produces vigorous, trailing vines that spread across the ground and form a dense canopy. Plants typically reach around 12–18 inches tall but can spread several feet, so give them room to run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBelow the foliage, Purple Majesty develops smooth, uniform, elliptical to slightly blocky storage roots. NC State reports a high percentage of No. 1 grade roots and good performance in sandy soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eA Great Choice for Shorter Growing Seasons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePurple Majesty reaches harvest in approximately 95–100 days from planting slips, making it an especially interesting choice for gardeners in areas where the growing season is shorter. Johnny's Selected Seeds lists the variety at 100 days, while Renee's Garden lists approximately 95–100 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFor the best results, plant slips after the soil has warmed and provide full sun, loose soil and good drainage. Purple Majesty performs particularly well in sandy soils and does not tolerate wet or waterlogged conditions well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePurple Majesty at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 95–100 days Skin: Deep purple Flesh: Deep purple Flavor: Moderately sweet, earthy Texture: Moderately dry and firm Root Shape: Uniform, elliptical to blocky Growth Habit: Vigorous, trailing vines Height: Approximately 12–18 inches Spread: Approximately 4–6 feet Sun: Full sun Soil: Loose, well-drained soil; sandy soil preferred Harvest: Late summer to fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eUses: Roasting, baking, fries, mashing and fresh eating Special Feature: Deep purple color remains attractive after cooking Disease Resistance: Resistant to Fusarium wilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePurple Majesty is a 2021 release from the North Carolina State University Sweet Potato Breeding Program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jung Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"12 Pack","offer_id":47683271229601,"sku":"04727A","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":47683271262369,"sku":"04727B","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":47683271295137,"sku":"04727C","price":57.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Pack","offer_id":47683271327905,"sku":"04727D","price":72.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7950\/3777\/files\/a9ce5b2e-895e-f111-8432-126ad4ca5ceb_04727A_..jpg?v=1789737500"}],"url":"https:\/\/jungseed.com\/collections\/sweet-potatoes.oembed","provider":"Jung Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}