The year I first bothered to chit my seed potatoes, I thought it was going to be one of those fussy Old Gardener rituals that didn't actually change much. I was wrong. The un-chitted spuds in one bed ...

February is a great month to start thinking about chitting potatoes ready for planting. In fact, this simple garden job could be your secret weapon ahead of the growing season. But what does chitting ...

Some gardeners are all for chitting. But here is the secret: you don’t need to chit to be successful. Chitting your potatoes means allowing the eyes of your potatoes to sprout before you put them in ...

April is a time when growing potatoes really kicks off. In many climates, it is a month when early and maincrop potatoes are planted, and a bit of pre-planting attention can make a big difference to ...

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 certified ...

Although you can plant the spuds that are sprouting in your kitchen, you should use certified seed potatoes (they’re not really seeds) to avoid diseases. Now is a good time to start, except in the ...

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Who doesn’t love a good tuber, whether it’s the sweetness of baked sweet potatoes or the crispy-hot goodness of French fries? We asked experts for their tips on how to grow them. Some gardeners plant ...