Harvest and Storage Use a garden fork to loosen soil and gently dig up the roots with your hands, taking care not to bruise or damage them. You can cut vines back before harvest for easier access to the soil. Sweet potatoes must be cured after harvest, by placing them in a warm (80–90°F) humid area for up to two weeks.
How long do Beauregard sweet potatoes grow?
'Beauregard' (90 days) originally comes from Louisiana, but grows well in the north, too. It has dark red roots, dark orange flesh, and stores well. 'Bush Porto Rico' (110 days) is good for small gardens and for baking.
Are Beauregard sweet potato leaves edible?
Yes. Sweet potato plants are typically grown for their sweet tubers, but the leaves are great too. These edible leaves – scientifically called Ipomoea Batatas – contain high dietary fibre and can be absolutely delicious.
How do you care for Beauregard sweet potatoes?
Sweet Potatoes need warm days and nights and evenly moist soil. If they get these they should be happy. Sweet Potatoes absolutely must have warm soil. Don't plant them out until the soil is at least 65˚ F and nighttime temperature drops no lower than 60˚ F.
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