Potato
Solanum tuberosum
Potatoes thrive in loose, well-draining soil with full sun and consistent moisture, especially once tubers begin to form. Hill soil up around the base of the plant as it grows to protect developing tubers from sunlight. Harvest when foliage begins to yellow and die back, typically 70–120 days after planting.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply To Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged; Increase Frequency During Tuber Formation
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 12, 2017 by 1 (cc-by-sa)
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