Sweet potato maturity time

Maturity time: Sweet potatoes generally mature in October. If they are planted spring potatoes, the maturity period is 160-200 days. If they are summer potatoes, the maturity period is about 110-110 days. 120 days.

Planting time: Sweet potatoes can be planted twice a year. They can be planted between April and May in spring, or in June in autumn. Summer needs to be avoided.

Harvest and market availability: Sweet potatoes are generally available twice in late August and October, and can produce two crops a year.

The origin and price of sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes are widely cultivated around the world, and are commonly cultivated in most areas of China. Varieties include red-heart sweet potato varieties, white-heart sweet potato varieties, yellow-heart sweet potato varieties, and purple-heart sweet potato varieties.

The wholesale price of sweet potatoes is about 5 cents per catty. Because of the high yield, they are very cheap. If sold in supermarkets, the price is about 1-2 yuan.

Effects and functions of sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes are rich in protein, polysaccharides, calcium, carotene, vitamin C, vitamin B1 and other nutrients, which can enhance the body’s disease resistance, delay mental decline and The body ages. It has the effect of restoring energy and strengthening body and longevity.