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Kolibri Purple Sweet Potato
Root vegetable
Root vegetableIpomoea batatas 'Kolibri'
- Partial sun
- Zones 9–11
- 90 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- Low water
- pH 5.8–6.2
Overview
A stunning ornamental sweet potato that doubles as an edible variety, featuring deep purple foliage that creates dramatic contrast in gardens. The compact tubers have purple skin and cream flesh with a mildly sweet flavor. This dual-purpose variety is perfect for gardeners who want both beautiful landscaping and a unique harvest.
Planting
Plant slips after soil temperature reaches 65°F and all danger of frost has passed. Can be grown from purchased slips or cuttings.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil pH: 5.8–6.2. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Sweet potato weevil, flea beetles, wireworms. Common diseases: Black rot, fusarium wilt, root rot in poorly drained soils.