POTATO

Potatoes thrive in cool climates with well-drained, loose, and fertile soil. They are typically grown from “seed potatoes,” which are small pieces of mature potatoes containing “eyes” or buds. These are planted in rows or mounds in the garden or field. Potatoes require consistent moisture and hilling (covering the base of the plants with soil) to protect the developing tubers from light, which can cause greening and make them bitter