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Murasaki sweet potato

vegetable variety in zone 9a

Murasaki sweet potato in zone 9a

Murasaki · Ipomoea batatas

Zone
9a 20°F to 25°F
Growing season
290 days
Days to harvest
90 to 130

The verdict

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About Murasaki

Mild, dry, almost chestnut-like; purple skin with white flesh. Roasting, baking, the Japanese-style sweet potato. Drier and less sweet than orange types.

Critical timing for zone 9a

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Common challenges in zone 9a

  • Limited stone fruit options due to insufficient chill
  • Hurricane and tropical storm exposure
  • Citrus disease pressure

Modified care for zone 9a

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Murasaki in adjacent zones

Other sweet potato varieties for zone 9a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Murasaki sweet potato grow in zone 9a?

Yes. Murasaki is recommended for USDA zones 7a through 9a, which includes zone 9a.

Image: "Ipomoea batatas 006", by Llez, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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