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The potato was first domesticated in the Andes of South America thousands of years ago, and reached Europe with the Spanish in the 16th century.
Solanum tuberosum
Plant seed potatoes after sprouting (chitting). Earth up stems as they grow to increase yield and prevent green tubers. Foliage toxic — only tubers edible.
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The potato was first domesticated in the Andes of South America thousands of years ago, and reached Europe with the Spanish in the 16th century.
Solanum lycopersicum (Stupice)
A fellow Solanaceae — similar growing habits to Potato
Potato is usually grown from tubers rather than seed. Plant a healthy tuber (or a piece with an eye) a few centimetres deep once the soil has warmed.
Syrphidae
The adults only drink nectar. It is the larvae that eat the aphids.
Water: Medium · Height: 60 cm · Soil: Loose, well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5)
These three thrive alongside Potato — and alongside each other.
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