How to plant potatoes that have sprouted?

While potatoes sprouting is not a major issue, it does reduce the potatoes’ storage life. However, you can plant potatoes that have begun to sprout. To hasten their growth, place the potatoes in the refrigerator for a few days before planting. When planting potatoes that have begun to sprout, make sure the planting site is free of debris. Afterward, firm the soil, place the potatoes in the ground, and water them.

How to plant potatoes that have sprouted too early?

One of the biggest mistakes we see people make when planting potato s is planting them too early. Potato plants can take between three to five weeks to develop a tuber and another 10-14 weeks before they reach maturity. If you plant potatoes when they start to show signs of sprouting, it will delay their growth and cause them to become leggy. In addition, the plants won’t have enough time to develop a proper root system and will be more susceptible to disease. To avoid planting potatoes too

How to plant potatoes in rows?

Potato plants naturally form a clump, so it’s best to plant them in rows as a way to maximize the use of your planting space. To plant potatoes in rows, make a trench about 4 to 6 inches deep and line it with rocks or compost. Then, place the potatoes in the trench, planting them about 2 to 3 inches apart. Water the potatoes after planting and continue to water them regularly.

How to plant potatoes fresh?

To plant potatoes that have sprouted, you need to do either a soil or a compost test. Compost test will show you if the ground has enough nutrients to grow potatoes. If not, add compost to the soil before planting potatoes. If the soil passes the test, you can plant potatoes that have sprouted. Plant potatoes in a sunny location and make sure the area is weed free. Plant potatoes with the sprouts pointing towards the sun.

How to plant potatoes that have already sprouted?

Even if you have already planted potatoes, you can still head over to your patch and pluck out the sprouts before they start to grow, so they don’t compete with the potatoes you want to grow. Just be careful not to damage the roots.