Planting air potatoes is against the law in Florida; that's how quickly they can grow and spread. Massive systems of vines can spread up to 70 feet, fruiting with the potato-like tubers that give ...

This growth habit can lead to poor air circulation between the plants ... and perhaps the simplest step in preventing blight, is to avoid planting potatoes and cucumbers together.

By Ivy Summerfield February is the month of LOVE, the shortest month of the year, and in some years, it has an extra day ...

Learn how to grow potatoes in a barrel with these simple instructions. Growing potatoes in a barrel is a great way to save space while growing delicious food all season.

If you’ve only tasted store-bought potatoes, it’s time to experience the remarkable flavor and convenience of homegrown spuds by learning how to plant seed potatoes. The key is to start with ...

As National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) approaches at the end of February, local environmental groups are getting ...

Researchers agree that work needs to be done to understand the impact of changing growing systems on this key soil-borne ...

Florida spuds get a spotlight in a Lay's potato chip ad shot in Elkton that will air during Sunday's Super Bowl.

Explore this heirloom potato varieties list and decide which are the best heirloom potatoes to plant in your garden.. Heirloom Vegetable Gardening by William Woys Weaver is the culmination of some ...

According to Idaho legislation, there are some strict specifications for growing potatoes, especially if you intend on ...

Space your chitted potatoes 30cm apart if you’re growing Earlies ... them several times a year – because this lets more air into the mix, preventing it from becoming stagnant.

Maincrops take up the most space in the garden, but they tend to be the best varieties to grow if you want some for storage. Your home-grown potatoes should be ready for lifting from June until ...