Georgia Jet

Family: Convolvulaceae Root Vegetable

Sink your spoon into Georgia Jet’s vivid orange flesh—warm, sweet, and richly aromatic—then savor its tender, silky texture that turns luxuriously smooth with every bite.

This Orange Sweet Potato forms uniform, well-shaped roots with a glowing copper-orange skin and a bright, sunset interior, ideal for home harvests at about 90 days. Grow Georgia Jet for a dependable, garden-to-table favorite that shines in roasted trays, mashed bowls, and velvety sauces, with standout flavor that also holds its own for pickling-style preparations.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Vine

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jul 24th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Georgia Jet cooks up with a spoonable, creamy texture and a bright, sunset sweetness that feels more aromatic than starchy. It’s the kind of sweet potato that holds its shape when roasted, then turns luxe and velvety when mashed or blended for sauce.

Best Uses

roasted wedges or coins—caramelize edges while the center turns spoon-soft
mash—aim for ultra-smooth texture without needing lots of butter
pureed soup or velvety sauce—easy to blend into a glossy, thick consistency
pickling-style preparations—sweet vegetable that stays pleasantly buoyant after brine

Flavor Profile

warm sweetness vivid orange, lightly nutty aroma silky, tender flesh that smooths fast

Kitchen Pairings

brown butter cinnamon lime juice chili flakes marshmallow goat cheese

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) problems like sweet potato weevil or bacterial soft rot?

Sweet potato weevil is most common in warm conditions; check developing roots for feeding scars and keep beds weed-free, then cure harvested roots for 7–10 days at warm, humid conditions to help heal minor surface damage. For bacterial soft rot (often after bruising or over-wet soil), avoid injuring roots during digging, remove and discard any soft, foul-smelling roots immediately, and keep soil evenly moist rather than waterlogged—raised beds help.

How often should I water Georgia Jet sweet potatoes during the main growing phase?

During active vine growth, water deeply about once per week to keep the top 6 inches evenly moist, then reduce frequency once tubers begin forming (midseason) to avoid split or rotting roots. After planting slips, don’t let the soil fully dry out for long stretches, but also don’t keep it soggy—aim for moist soil that crumbles, not wet mud.

How can I tell when Georgia Jet sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are ready to harvest?

Georgia Jet typically matures in about 90 days, so start checking around day 80 by gently digging near the row to test root size. Harvest when the skins have set (they resist rubbing off) and before cold weather—light frost can damage vines and reduce root quality, so plan to dig right after vines start to yellow from cooler temperatures.