If the sweet potato sprouts, you can try hydroponics to allow the sweet potato to continue growing after it sprouts. Here are the steps to hydroponic sweet potatoes:
Sweet Potato:Sweet potatoes that have sprouted.
Clear glass containers:Containers suitable for hydroponics.
Toothpicks or bamboo picks:Used to support sweet potatoes.
Water:For watering.
Steps:Choose the appropriate sweet potato:
Choose sweet potatoes that have already sprouted. The germinated part is usually a dark brown root bud.
Prepare the container:
Use transparent glass containers so that you can clearly observe the hydroponic process.
Insert support:
Using a toothpick or bamboo skewer, insert a support around the perimeter of the sweet potato so that the sweet potato hangs from the edge of the container with only the bottom touching the water.
Add water:
Add enough water to the container, making sure the sweet potato bottom is soaked in water.
Place a well-lit place:
Place the container in a sunny location to promote the growth of sweet potatoes.
Replace the water:
Change the water regularly to ensure a clean hydroponic environment and provide adequate nutrients for the sweet potatoes.
Waiting for growth:
The sweet potatoes will continue to sprout in the water and gradually grow new roots and leaves. This process can take several weeks.
Transplantation:
When the root system and sprouts of the sweet potato are well developed, you can choose to transplant it into the soil or continue to observe it in a hydroponic environment.
Note that hydroponic sweet potatoes may not produce the same roots as soil cultures, but you can still observe the sweet potato growth process. Make sure to provide adequate light and change water regularly to maintain a good growing environment.