Potatoes

Homegrown potatoes are a must if you are picky about their taste. Why? Because homegrown and organically grown potatoes have better texture and flavor that those that are commercially produced. Start off with planting whole potatoes, as these are disease-free certified seeds. Cut these into pieces so that each section has two to three buds. Let them sit out overnight to cure. Meanwhile, in the garden, dig a trench about six to eight inches deep. Plant each cut piece of potato about a foot apart and cover with several inches of soil. As the plants grow, mound the soil up and around the stems. Do this until plants are about 18 inches tall. Once the plant produces flowers, baby potatoes can be dug; however, higher yields are achieved after the vine dies back.