Bradshaw

Sweet Potato

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🌱 110d to harvest Vine

Sink your spoon into Bradshaw’s orange sweet potatoes for a richly sweet, honeyed flavor with a velvety, creamy texture that turn…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 13th
Last Frost	May 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 8th
Harvest Begins	Sep 26th
Harvest Ends	Aug 29th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	110
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	7

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I manage early blight on Bradshaw potatoes in home gardens?

Early blight shows up as brown, concentric “target” spots on lower leaves, then spreads upward and can cause leaf drop before your Bradshaws finish bulking. Remove and bag infected foliage promptly, avoid overhead watering, and keep soil from splashing onto leaves by maintaining hilled ridges. If the problem is spreading, apply a labeled fungicide for potatoes at the first signs and repeat according to the label—especially during humid stretches when new leaf growth is occurring.

How often should I water Bradshaw potatoes during the main growing phase (after plants emerge)?

From emergence through the peak bulking period (roughly mid-summer), keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 to 2 inches of water per week total, adjusted for rainfall. Water deeply whenever the top 1 inch of soil dries out, and stop increasing water once vines start naturally yellowing near maturity. Avoid letting the soil swing between very dry and very wet, which can lead to misshapen tubers.

When are Bradshaw potatoes ready to harvest and how can I tell?

Harvest about 110 days after planting, when the plants’ leaves yellow and die back and the tuber skins have “set” (they won’t rub off easily when gently scratched with your thumb). For larger, more mature tubers, wait until most of the foliage has died back, then harvest on a dry day to reduce rot. After lifting, cure the potatoes in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place for 1–2 weeks to toughen skins before storage.

Sink your spoon into Bradshaw’s orange sweet potatoes for a richly sweet, honeyed flavor with a velvety, creamy texture that turns luxuriously tender. The roots develop a warm orange interior and a smooth, well-shaped form that’s especially satisfying for roasting, mashing, and silky sauces, with standout performance for home storage and seasonal harvest. Grow Bradshaw for a dependable 110-day rhythm and a harvest that feels like autumn in every bite.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.

Expert Note

Bradshaw-type potatoes are planted when soil has warmed enough to encourage steady tuber growth—wait for reliably frost-free conditions in your area even though they’re more cold-tolerant than typical table potatoes.