When to plant potatoes in western nc

— Written By Daniel Simpson and last updated by Tamara Carawan

Adapted from Clemson University Potato PublicationPotatoes are an easy and fun crop to grow in the home garden and have a historically important place in Pamlico County history.

There are many different varieties available for planting that vary in color, shape, size, and texture. From French fries, to potato chips, and almost every conceivable dish in between, potatoes consistently rank number one as the most commonly consumed vegetable in the United States.

Let us discuss a few tips to help get your potato crop off to a good start, should you choose to grow potatoes this spring.Plant potatoes between February 15 and March 31 for eastern NC locations.

Can you plant potatoes in the fall in nc

Potatoes are a cool season crop and need to set tubers before warm weather shuts down plants. Try to utilize certified seed potatoes from a garden supplier, when possible, to reduce disease development and to ensure true to type varieties.

Potatoes stored from last year or purchased from a grocer can also be used, but they do not perform as w

when do you plant potatoes in eastern north carolina

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