How many days does sweet potato grow?

The growth process of sweet potato can be divided into four stages, namely the rooting and seedling stage, the branching and tuber formation stage, the peak leaf stage, the tuber enlargement and the stem and leaf decline stage. Sweet potato is suitable for growing in places with sufficient light and has a relatively long growth period.

Sweet potato growing season

The growing period of sweet potatoes varies depending on the time of planting, which is approximately 100-200 days. Sweet potato planting time is usually between April and May each year, and the most suitable sowing period is mid-May. During this period, the temperature is basically stable at around 15-20 degrees, which is more conducive to germination. Sweet potatoes are generally harvested in October in autumn.

Sweet Potato Growing Conditions

Sweet potatoes have strong adaptability to soil and can grow normally in many types of soil. They are suitable for growing in fertile soil with deep soil layer, loose soil, good soil quality and strong irrigation and drainage capacity. The pH value of the soil should be kept between 4.2-8.3.

Sweet potato growth management

Sweet potatoes need sufficient nutrients during their growth period. Sweet potatoes themselves like fertilizer. Fertilizer should be applied in time during different growth periods, but raw fertilizer or concentrated fertilizer should not be applied. Sweet potatoes are suitable for growing in a warm environment. The suitable temperature for growth is around 25 degrees. When the temperature is higher than 35 degrees, timely shading is required. Appropriate watering should be applied during the growth period to meet the sweet potato's demand for water.