Tag: potatoes
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It Looks Bad, But Looks Are Deceiving
In the wake of the heatwave in May, one of my potato patches has started to look pretty horrendous. Thing is, I know it’s okay. There were a couple of garlic plants in there as well as the potatoes and broccoli, and they’re all fading now. This tells me that it’s time to harvest these…
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PLANTING POTATOES
I see lots of posts from people wanting to plant potatoes and asking questions about the process, and when the best time for planting is, so I decided to share my preferences that are based on 50+ years of successful growing.One frequently mentioned time for planting is “Good Friday.” (The Friday before Easter).Since the date…
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Potatoes and Greens
Some potatoes that over-wintered, and some fresh spring greens! Bloody love the finds of spring.
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Potatoes & Broccoli
Guess what I grew overwinter? Potatoes and broccoli! I grew the broccoli for the seeds, and this is just one of three potato patches in my garden currently. I think there’s even a garlic plant or two in there. I’m starting to appreciate the plants that grow during the worst times of the year, and…
