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Potatoes are one of the most productive crops you can grow—but when something goes wrong, yields drop fast. Small tubers, yellow leaves, poor production, or rotting potatoes are almost always tied to a handful of fixable issues. I’ve grown potatoes for decades in raised beds, mounded rows, and containers in Northern California. Nearly every failure…
Growing potatoes in containers is one of the most reliable ways to produce a clean, high-quality harvest—but getting bigger potatoes requires more than just planting and watering. Size is a direct result of timing, root space, consistent moisture, and how you manage the plant’s energy. I’ve grown potatoes for decades in raised beds, mounded rows,…
Harvesting potatoes at the right time—and in the right way—makes the difference between small, short-lived tubers and a large, long-storing harvest. Quick Potato Harvest Guide (Read This First) Pro Tip Harvest potatoes young or mature. Mature, full-size potatoes are called maincrop potatoes. Maincrop potatoes are often cured and stored for later use. Maincrop potatoes are…
Potatoes require a cool but frost-free growing season. Grow potatoes through the summer in cool northern regions. Grow potatoes in fall, winter, and spring in hot summer southern regions. Here is your complete guide to growing potatoes. Quick potato growing tips Related articles: Where to plant potatoes When to plant potatoes: early, midseason, and late…
Fingerling potatoes are small, elongated tubers prized for their rich flavor, firm texture, and versatility in the kitchen. They’re perfect for roasting, boiling, and salads, and their unique shapes make them an attractive addition to your garden. After decades of growing potatoes in Sonoma Valley, I’ve perfected techniques for cultivating fingerlings successfully, maximizing flavor, and…
Potato starch levels play a crucial role in determining how potatoes cook and taste. High-starch varieties produce fluffy, dry textures ideal for baking or mashing, while low-starch, waxy potatoes hold their shape well for boiling, roasting, or salads. After decades of growing potatoes, I’ve learned that understanding starch content helps gardeners and cooks select the…
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