human
Do Sweet Potatoes prevent other plants from growing in their place?
assistant
Yes, Sweet Potatoes prevent other plants from growing in their place. When sweet potato plants decompose, they release a chemical that prevents germination in their soil. Farmers will work to ensure that all parts of a sweet potato plant are out of the field before trying to grow in it again, so they will work to ensure that all parts of a sweet potato plant are out of the field.