Seed potatoes3/11/2023 We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for future generations. "Agriculture and seeds" provide the basis upon which our lives depend. This process needs to be done every few weeks throughout the potato’s growing season. Solanine is toxic, so do not eat green potatoes. This helps prevent potato sunburn, which creates a chemical called solanine that turns the potato green. Tips: Once plants reach 6 inches tall but before they begin to flower, gardeners should start the hilling process. Once cured, do not store potatoes near apples, as the apples make the potatoes go bad. Curing the skin allows for the potatoes to keep longer. Once harvested, store the potatoes in a cool, dark place for two weeks to allow for the skin to cure. Dig up the potatoes on a dry day but handle them gently as they bruise easily. Harvesting: Cut the brown foliage off and leave the potatoes for 10 to 14 more days. Then, six weeks after planting, side dress the potatoes with the same fertilizer mix used at planting but only half as much.ĭays to Maturity: Potatoes are ready to harvest when the foliage begins to die back. During the growing season, feed the plants with fish emulsion or kelp extract every two weeks until the plants bloom. To aid in potato growth, side dress freshly sprouted seeds with a mix of cottonseed meal, bone meal and green meal to increase the soil’s acidity. Prior to planting, non-organic gardeners can use a standard 15-15-15 fertilizer and work it into the soil’s surface. For a 8 foot row, you will need 10 lbs for a 25 foot row, 20 lbs for a 50 foot row and for a 100 foot row, 40 lbs.įertilizer: Potatoes crave nitrogen and phosphorous. If you plant a seed potato, plant with the eye facing up in a trench dug 4 inches deep. Assume that you get on average 4 potato seeds per pound of potatoes. If the soil is water logged when you dig, not only will you risk “caking” the soil, your seed potatoes will probably rot before they even get started. The soil should be evenly moist, but not wet or soggy. Planting: Potatoes may be planted as soon as the ground can be worked in the early spring, but you must use good judgment. Over the next couple days the cut side of the potato will form a thick callous over the cuts, which will help to prevent it from rotting once planted. Each seed should be at least 1 1/2-2inches in size, and must contain at least 1 “eye” or bud. They come in various colors and shapes, such as the traditional Yukon gold to purple fingerling potatoes.īefore Planting: A day or two before planting, use a sharp, clean knife to slice the larger seed potatoes into two seeds. Potatoes are an excellent carb source and culinary staple that can be added to roasts, stews or as an addition to a meal. We do not ship outside the US.Learning Download: How to Grow Seed Potatoes Certificate is available on our website. We do not knowingly use or sell any genetically modifiÂÂed plants or organisms (GMOs). The Maine Potato Lady is a certified organic handler (#0706) through MOFGA Certification Services, LLC. ![]() NEW THIS SEASON! For 2023, we’ve added three new North American varieties to our interestingĬollection of potatoes, three new sweet potatoes, and another heritage grain, as well as a wildlife I think about how fortunate I am to have my family close around me, supporting each other ![]() Reminded of the nutritious, delicious, safe food that our family has grown and stored to sustain us for I revel in the beauty and security of our farm home. In all this, every day, I look around myself. In caring for the earth, we become more tolerant and compassionate for all living In purifying ourselves and our surroundings, we do much to rid ourselves of the negativity that is so We can take small steps by growing our own food and supporting our local farmers, by focusing onĭiversity and soil health, and by minimizing pollution in our gardens, the environment, and ourselves. Our roots and become more resilient in the face of it all? Many days, in many situations, we all feel overwhelmed and out of control. Nation and around the world, from the pandemic to global warming to supply-chain disruptions. In the past few years, so much has changed in our lives, not only on a personal level, but across the Order, we’re glad to help you get the most from your garden. Whether you’re a longtime customer or placing your first Over the years, we haveĮnjoyed sharing with you the many varieties of potatoes, heirlooms, and new releases that we have HELLO! Welcome to the seventeenth annual seed catalog from The Maine Potato Lady,â„¢ your sourceįor quality seed potatoes, seed garlic, heritage grains, and much more.
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