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Mamey · Sweet Potato

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Mamey to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 10th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity100
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Mamey (Pouteria sapota) is a frost-sensitive tropical tree—plant only after all danger of frost and protect young trees from cold with wrapping/cover in marginal zones.