Comments on: Stalking the Purple Potato

By: LeRoy

LeRoy — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:52:42 +0000

There is a very common variety of purple sweet potato found in Hawaii markets. Its origin is Okinawa, Japan… Okinawa Purple Sweet Potato. Its skin is tan-white but the inside is a very dark purple. This potato is eaten as is (steamed) or as a filler for various asian treats.

By: Kiwi

Kiwi — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 07:50:31 +0000

Do these varieties prefer a dryer soil?

By: Leaf Blowers

Leaf Blowers — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:09:20 +0000

Never seen potatoes that color. How do the taste?

By: Growing Vegetables in zone 9

Growing Vegetables in zone 9 — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:57:21 +0000

That is an amazing looking potatoe… Why didnt you save a few of the last seasons to continue growing this season?

By: 6512 and growing

6512 and growing — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 03:04:40 +0000

Hi, I share your sentiments about frost, so sad to see the garden go. I also am a backyard gardener and parent. Come check out my blog when you have a chance.
http://6512andgrowing.wordpress.com/
Rachel in Colorado