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Centennial · Sweet Potato

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Centennial to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 29th
Harvest BeginsSep 1st
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity95
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For best results with Centennial (a winter-type squash), direct-sow or transplant only after soil warms—keep root disturbance minimal and give plenty of space for sprawling vines.