There is still no precise classification of sweet potato varieties. Now in the world there are about 7,000 varieties of "sweet potato".
Basically, this culture can be divided into three types: dessert, fodder and vegetable. Flower growers are also known decorative variety of this culture.
In this material, the popular varieties of sweet potatoes are discussed in detail, and the characteristics of each variety and the characteristics of its cultivation are described. The features of culture and its benefits are described.
The importance of competent choice for growing
Take into account the following factors:
- average air temperature in spring and summer;
- the beginning of the first autumn frosts;
- the duration of the summer season.
So, for example, if an agronomist from the Urals or Siberia grows late-ripening varieties, he is unlikely to succeed, since this kind of yam simply will not have time to ripen in a short summer and the crop will be minimal. Also in some regions of Russia, the air temperature rarely rises to +25 degrees, and this condition is mandatory for the cultivation of root crops.
Therefore, in this case, it would be more expedient to purchase hybrid varieties of sweet potatoes for planting, which are distinguished by their resistance to a slight decrease in temperature.
Rules for the selection of sweet potatoes
- Depending on the purpose. In this case, there are two varieties: decorative and food. In turn, food sweet potatoes, too, can be divided. There are dessert, feed and vegetable varieties. (They are listed in descending order of the amount of glucose in the root vegetable).
- Depending on the region. For example, for areas with a short summer, it is best to buy early ripening varieties, but for the southern regions any kind will do.
Description and photo
Dessert
This type has a high content of glucose and beta-carotene. Due to this, the flesh is saturated with yellow color or even orange. The root itself is very juicy. Some people compare the taste of sweet potato with pineapple, carrot, banana, pumpkin and even chestnut. Very often such root vegetables are used to prepare dessert dishes.
To root turned out so sweet, it must be grown at a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius and in a well-lit area.
Georgia ed
Differs in high yields, mid-season. Suitable for planting in central Russia and its southern regions. Forms bushes with red foliage on which round-shaped tubers grow. The flesh of this sweet potato is relatively light, therefore, in its raw form, it practically does not differ from ordinary potatoes. However, after heat treatment, Georgia Red becomes soft and sweet.
Kumara red
Shrubs grow large in size with thick lashes and leaf plates. The shape of the root is elongated with rounded ends. Pulp of culture yellow with an orange shade. After cooking, it gets the taste of light sweetness, and in its raw form, it is quite tart. Very whimsical to adverse weather conditions, requires a lot of heat and light.
Victory 100
It refers to the early ripening varieties with high yields. Suitable for growing in the middle lane of our country and in its southern areas. The bush does not grow too luxuriantly, it allows planting tubers closer together. The core of Victory 100 is orange, the shape of the fruit is flat, round, without rough edges.
Immediately after the harvest, this sweet potato is not recommended to be eaten - it needs to lie down for some time to get its sweetness.
Beregard
A distinctive feature - high levels of glucose and beta-carotene. It has a very sweet taste. This species develops compact bushes that easily survive a dense landing. Root crops grow even with thin skin and bright orange flesh. In the care is very unpretentious, so it is recommended to grow novice agronomists batatovodam.
Vegetable
The variety has a lower glucose content, so it’s not so sweet to taste., and most often resembles potatoes. It survives well in the middle lane - there the yields are highest. However, in the northern regions can be planted due to their maturity.
Pulp of root vegetables is light with small spots of pink, yellow or orange hue. After heat treatment, the tuber becomes soft, juicy and tender.
Most varieties of varieties are not recommended to be fried, because during this process a lot of liquid is released. But on the other hand, sweet potatoes make wonderful mashed potatoes, casseroles, and side dishes.
Japanese
A variety with an early ripening, but a huge harvest is no different. Large shrubs with long shoots and large carved leaf plates grow. The root crop is characterized by a pinkish skin and a pale yellow core. The fragrance is present, but mild. The advantage of this variety is long-term storage and fast preparation.
Purple
Variety of early ripening - grows in three months. The yields are average, but the variety is immune to diseases and pests. The rind and pulp of the same color - purple.
Color is not lost even during cooking root vegetables. The taste characteristics of sweetness is almost not felt, but you can catch the faint taste of chestnut. Surpassed potatoes in nutritional content.
White
The variety that is as close as possible to the taste and appearance of the potato. Will give a rich harvest on any type of soil, the seeds germinate quickly. The shape of the roots are elongated with narrowed ends. The peel is light brown in color, and the core is almost white. It is this variety that can replace the potatoes we are used to.
Aft
These varieties have a minimum sugar content, so they are often used as a potato analogue in various dishes. The flesh is usually a light shade, which becomes soft during the heat treatment.
White bouquet
A variety of high yields. The bush grows very powerful, spreading, Root crops differ in large size, in some cases their weight reaches 4 kilograms. The sweet potato has a light peel and white flesh. It has a chestnut flavor. Taste characteristics are more pronounced than in ordinary potatoes..
Brazilian
It tolerates difficult climatic conditions and is immune to various diseases and pests. The harvest is often high. Root crops are resistant to attacks of pests and diseases. The taste of sweet potatoes is mild. The skin tone is creamy, and the cores are white.
Tynung 65
Yields are good, but usually grows only 1-2 large root vegetables. For this reason, it is rarely grown for sale. The rind is pink, which eventually brightens. The flesh is yellow. The shoots are thin, but long and thick, purple hue. The same foliage. Suitable for cultivation in the northern regions.
Decorative
Typically, the culture height does not reach 40 centimeters.however, the bush can be as wide as two meters wide. Most decorative sweet potatoes do not bloom, but they are popular due to their diverse foliage, which can compete with any color.
Ligth green
It has large leaves, deeply cut along the edges. The shade of foliage is light green.
Sweet caroline purple
The leaf plates are serrated, have five blades, a violet-purple color.
Sweet heart red
The leaves of yam look like maple, divided into blades. Young leaves have a brown tint, and older ones have a green-purple color.
Batata for the inhabitants of our country is still an exotic culture. However, this vegetable has a great variety and taste variety. That is why yam is gaining more and more popularity among domestic agronomists. And not in vain, because this culture is not only tasty, but also very useful due to the high content of nutrients and beneficial elements.
