QUESTION: What are determinate and indeterminate potatoes? Does it matter? I've only heard of it related to tomatoes, but not potatoes. - Anne C JENNIFER POINDEXTER AT GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: Determinate potatoes are bushier plants. They also have a faster rate of … [Read more...]
Do potatoes have to flower before harvesting?
QUESTION: My potato plants are not flowering. How do I know when to harvest them? Do potato vines have to flower before harvesting? Or does it depend on the type of potato? -Matt G ANSWER: Don’t worry if your potato plants aren’t producing blooms. The flowers are not needed in … [Read more...]
Storing Potatoes
Potatoes are a mainstay for meals because they are so versatile, not to mention delicious when prepared correctly. Americans always believed potatoes were a commercial crop until the influx of Irish Immigrants came and turned the Americans on to the art of potato growing and … [Read more...]