Potatoes
Need to know how to grow potatoes? Perhaps you are looking for information on harvesting potatoes and their subsequent storing. Whatever the case may be, you’ve come to the right place. Here you will find plenty of potato growing tips that will make caring for potato plants and dealing with possible potato issues much easier. So if you want to know how to grow potatoes and care for them all season long, the following information should help.
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Potato Bed Preparation: Prepping Beds For Potatoes
Incredibly nutritious, versatile in the kitchen, and with a long storage life, potatoes are one of the "must haves" for the home gardener. Properly preparing a potato bed is the key to a healthy, prolific potato crop. Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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What Are Potato Eelworms: Prevention And Treatment For Eelworms
A nematode by any other name is just as nasty of a garden problem. Nematode eelworm control can help safeguard your potato crop. Learn about eelworms in potatoes and what you can do to stop them in this insightful article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Potato Soft Rot: Tips For Managing Bacterial Soft Rot Of Potatoes
Bacterial soft rot is a common problem in potato crops. What causes soft rot in potatoes and how can you avoid or treat this condition? Read this article for information on this potato disease and find out.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Yellow Finn Potato Plant Information
One of the simplest, yet most satisfying, dishes is mashed potatoes. Of the myriad of potato varieties, those from the Yellow Finn potato plant are superior for this purpose. But, before we get into that, let’s absorb a little potato plant history.
By Amy Grant
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Origins Of The Potato: Where Do Potatoes Come From
In honor of the spuds we love, let's look at the origins of potatoes and discover how this simple tuber has altered the existence of mankind.
By Laura Miller
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Tips On Saving Seed Potatoes For Planting Next Year
Back in the day, there were no certified seed spuds, so how did folks go about saving seed potatoes and what conditions are best for seed potato storage? Read this article for answers to these questions and learn if you can save your own seed potatoes.
By Amy Grant
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Potato Trenches And Hills – Trench And Hill Potato Planting
Potatoes are a classic for many cuisines and are quite easy to grow. One time-tested method of growing potatoes to increase yields is the potato trench and hill method. Click this article for more information and tips on using the potato hill and trench growing method.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Planting Potatoes In Pallets: How To Grow Potatoes With Pallets
Have you ever considered building a pallet potato box? Growing potatoes in a vertical garden can save space and increase yields. Building a pallet potato planter doesn't take any special skills and the materials can usually be acquired for free. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Varieties Of White Potato – Growing Potatoes That Are White
Some potatoes are better for certain recipes than others, but if you are looking for an all-purpose potato, try growing some of the white potato varieties. The following article contains information on the numerous types of potatoes that are white.
By Amy Grant
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Red Potato Varieties – Growing Potatoes With Red Skin And Flesh
Potatoes with red skin are not only pretty but their bright color makes them extra nutritious as well. However, those aren’t the only reasons for growing red potatoes. In fact, it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Learn more about red potatoes varieties in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Purple Potatoes: Blue And Purple Potato Varieties
For many home gardeners, the allure of growing unique varieties of fruits and vegetables is undeniable. The addition of these crops is an exciting way to introduce new foods and reap their health benefits too. Learn about growing purple and blue potato plants here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Spotted Wilt Of Potatoes: What Is Potato Spotted Wilt Virus
With spotted wilt of potatoes, it not only ruins the crop but can be passed along through seed. Plants will produce tubers that are stunted and malformed. Control of the disease requires careful land management and the use of resistant cultivars. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is An Irish Potato – Learn About The History Of Irish Potatoes
The Irish Potato Famine is a harrowing time in history and some of you may not want to know more about Irish potato information, but it is important to learn about the history of Irish potatoes so it is not repeated. So, what is an Irish potato anyways? Click here to learn more.
By Shelley Pierce
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What Is Potato Late Blight – How To Manage Potatoes With Late Blight
Even if you don't realize it, you have probably heard of late blight of potatoes - one of the most historically devastating diseases of the 1800's. Potatoes with late blight are still a serious disease so it's important to learn about treating it in the garden. This article will help.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Potato Ringspot: Recognizing Corky Ringspot In Potatoes
Corky ringspot is a problem affecting potatoes that can lead to real trouble, especially if you're growing them commercially. While it may not kill the plant, it gives the potatoes themselves an unpleasant look that's hard to sell and less than ideal to eat. Learn more here.
By Liz Baessler
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Potato Bacterial Wilt – Tips on Treating Potatoes With Brown Rot
There is very little you can do about brown rot of potatoes in your garden, and currently, no biological or chemical products have proven effective. With vigilance, however, you may be able to manage the disease. Click here to learn the best ways to control it.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is Potato Dickeya – Recognizing Blackleg Potato Symptoms
Potatoes in your garden can fall victim to a bacterial infection called blackleg. With the right potato blackleg information, you can prevent or control this disease for which there is no chemical treatment. This article will help with that.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

