"If you grow sweet potatoes in partial shade ... which reduces the risk of rot and extends their freshness," says Peters. "Do not refrigerate them, as the cold can affect their taste and texture.

Gardeners who grow their own sweet potatoes sometimes still wonder whether the root vegetables they have grown are the same ...

I have seen poinsettias growing outdoors as far north as Granada Hills but they were always planted against a wall.

Potatoes and sweet potatoes may share a name, but they actually come from very different plant families. Here's what you need to know about the health differences between potatoes and sweet ...