Potatoes are extremely popular and can be used to make many delicious dishes, which is why many gardeners want to grow them.
Although they are not that difficult to grow, the planting process is different from most vegetables.
Let's find out more about this.
Choose seed potatoes
Select healthy, certified seed potatoes from a garden center or online supplier.
Avoid using potatoes from the grocery store, as they may be treated with chemicals or not suitable for planting.
Prepare the planting area
Potatoes prefer loose, well-draining soil with good fertility.
Loosen the soil to a depth of about 8 to 10 inches (20-25 cm) using a garden fork or tiller.
Plant the potatoes
Dig furrows or trenches in the prepared soil, spacing them about 12 to 15 inches (30-38 cm) apart.
The depth of the furrows should be around 4 to 6 inches (10-15 cm).
Cover and mound the soil
Gently cover the seed potatoes with soil, filling the furrow or trench.
As the potato plants grow, gradually mound soil around the plants every few weeks, leaving only the top few inches of the plant exposed.
Water and maintain the plants
Throughout the growing season, keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Regularly check for pests or diseases and take appropriate measures to address them.
Harvest the potatoes
Potatoes are typically ready for harvest when the plants have died back and turned yellow or brown.
