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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
vegetable
BumblebeesPlant seed potatoes after sprouting (chitting). Earth up stems as they grow to increase yield and prevent green tubers. Foliage toxic — only tubers edible.
🐛 Prone to: Aphids, Colorado potato beetle.
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps, Ground beetles to keep them in check — plant African Marigold, Angelica and Anise nearby.
Loose, well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5)
Did you know?
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 (Yellow Brandywine)
A fellow Solanaceae — similar growing habits to Potato
