Vegetables

Yukon Golds. Yukon Golds fall right in the middle of the spectrum. This is the real beauty of the Yukon Gold, what makes them the… Read More »What Potato Is Best For Roasting?

To earth up the potatoes is simply planting them in compost and when the foliage appears above soil level you cover it with more compost.… Read More »How Do You Earth Up Potatoes In A Container?

Plant: Plant one seed potato for each 3 gallons of Smart Pot container. For the #15 container, for example, plant 5 seed potatoes. For the… Read More »How Many Potatoes Can I Plant In A Container?

Washed potatoes are easy to prepare and tasty when served as a side of mash or chips, or in soups, casseroles, pies or quiches. If… Read More »What Are Washed Potatoes Good For?

BENEFITS OF EARTHING UP POTATOES IN CONTAINERS First, earthing up is only feasible if the container you are using is 60cm (2ft) high or more.… Read More »Do I Need To Earth Up Potatoes In Containers?

Hard potatoes could come from hard soil, but small potatoes definitely do. Also, you should wait until the vine has died back all the way.… Read More »Why Are My Home Grown Potatoes So Hard?

Once they have been peeled and cut, raw potatoes will turn brown quickly. This process, which is called oxidation, happens because potatoes are a naturally… Read More »Can You Eat Peeled Potatoes Turn Brown?

If you do choose to refrigerate your potatoes for whatever reason, the potatoes will last for three to four weeks, but as mentioned, they may… Read More »Can Potatoes Go Bad In The Fridge?

That layer of dirt they were grown in acts as a protective barrier to light. If you grow your own potatoes, don’t wash them before… Read More »Why Do Some Potatoes Have Dirt On Them?