Sweet Potato Covington Live Plants
Best choice for home gardeners seeking high-yield, uniform sweet potato harvests.
These certified slips are the gold standard for reliable, uniform harvests of vibrant, deep-orange sweet potatoes. You will need a long, warm growing season to see them reach their full potential, but the consistent, high-yield results make them well worth the patience.
$25.95
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Harris Seeds
Who it's for
- Beginner gardeners needing reliable, disease-resistant plant varieties
- Market gardeners seeking consistent and efficient crop harvests
- Home cooks prioritizing flavor and culinary versatility
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in areas with unreliable mail delivery services
- Northern growers with short, cool summer seasons
- Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for the lowest possible startup costs
Performance breakdown
Yield Reliability
Certified slips ensure consistent, high-volume harvests for home gardeners.
Variety Quality
The patented Covington strain is the industry standard for uniform tubers.
Climate Adaptability
Strict heat requirements limit success in shorter, cooler northern growing seasons.
Ease of Planting
Live transplants eliminate the guesswork associated with starting from seed.
Culinary Appeal
Deep orange flesh and vibrant skin offer premium market-grade aesthetics.
Logistical Accessibility
Regional shipping restrictions create significant hurdles for gardeners in specific states.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Annual
Maturation Days
100 Days
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
Growth Habit
Vine
Plant Life Cycle
Annual
Edible
True
Model Number
12635BRTSTL-12EA
Soil Type
Well-Drained
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