{"product_id":"sweet-potato-slips-covington-organic","title":"Sweet Potato Slips - Covington (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a pre-order item and is expected to ship in early June for planting. Other seeds, supplies, or kits ordered with this product may ship separately. \u003cem\u003eThis product only ships to the lower 48 states. No shipping outside the USA.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e105 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eIpomoea batatas\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Covington Sweet Potato Slips. Non-GMO, warm-season perennial, propagated by slips. A classic, high-yield variety with reddish-brown skin and vibrant orange, moist, sweet flesh. Versatile for baking, roasting, frying, pies, and casseroles. Strong disease resistance and excellent storage ability. Covington is similar to the Beauregard variety, with only 5 additional days to maturity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/how-to-grow-flower-bulbs-bare-roots-seed-potatoes-more\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Flower Bulbs, Bare Roots, Seed Potatoes \u0026amp; More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eIpomoea batatas\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual in zones 8, 9, 10; grown as an annual in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slips planted 4-6 inches deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width\/Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 36-60 inches (sprawling vines)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining, spreading habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose, sandy loam with good drainage; pH 5.5-6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-95 F (warm-season crop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for sweet potato weevils, Fusarium wilt, wireworms; moderate resistance to soil pox and cracking; rotate crops and use clean slips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCovington Sweet Potato Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reddish-brown skin; bright orange flesh, moist and sweet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCovington Sweet Potato Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, moist. Excellent for baking, roasting, frying, pies, and casseroles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Non-GMO Organic Covington Sweet Potatoes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with certified disease-free slips (not grocery-store roots). Plant slips after the last frost when soil has warmed to at least 65 F. Choose a sunny spot (6-8 hours direct sun) in loose, well-draining, sandy loam soil (pH 5.5-6.5). Space slips 12-18 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet wide. Amend with compost; avoid excessive nitrogen to encourage root over foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently—keep soil moist but not waterlogged; about 1 inch per week until vines carpet the ground. Mulch to retain moisture and curb weeds. Provide heat as Beauregard thrives in 65-95 F weather. Monitor for pests and diseases (weevils, aphids, Fusarium wilt, wireworms). Practice crop rotation and use resistant slips where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCovington in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA staple sweet potato variety, Covington produces high yields of flavorful tubers with excellent storage capabilities. Ideal in raised beds, mounded rows, or large containers (20 inches wide, 15 inches deep minimum) when soil is poor or space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Convington Sweet Potatoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when vines yellow and die back, typically 100-120 days after planting. Use a fork to gently lift roots. Hhandle with care to avoid bruising. Cure tubers for 5-14 days in warm (80-85 F), humid conditions to enhance sweetness and skin toughening. Store cured tubers in a cool (55-60 F), humid environment for several months; keep out of the fridge to preserve flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Covinton Sweet Potatoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovington is moderately resistant to Rhizopus (Rhizopus stolonifer) soft rot, soil pox, and cracking. Known for its vibrant orange flesh, sweet flavor, and long storage life, making it a dependable favorite in both gardens and kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStories From Our Gardeners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Covington is my go-to for sweet potatoes—reliable yields and flavor, and the bright orange flesh never disappoints.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" width=\"89\" height=\"89\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCovington Sweet Potatoes Packages :\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 slips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified Organic Covington Sweet Potato Slips are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126580113523,"sku":"82135","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Sweet_Potato.jpg?v=1764813363","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/sweet-potato-slips-covington-organic","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}