Holiday foods bring out the strongest opinions, especially when they get a vegan twist. From mashed potatoes to pumpkin pie, ...

Typically, I plant potatoes in the ground. This spring, however, I tried the idea of container-planting potatoes in corrugated cardboard boxes. (See From the Ground Up, March 30, 2025.) This turned ...

Growing sweet potatoes in containers lets you start earlier, manage space, and protect plants from frost. Choose compact, non-vining varieties like Bunch Porto Rico or Vardaman for easier container ...

Sweet potatoes might seem like a crop that only farmers can grow, but you can grow them right in your backyard or even in containers. They’re easier to grow than you might think, and nothing beats the ...

If you've never grown potatoes, add them to your garden this year. They're relatively easy to grow and don't require a lot of maintenance. The hardest part is knowing when they're ready to eat.

Potato maturity depends on the variety, ranging from about 110 days for early types to over 120 days for late ones. Key harvest signals include firm skin, flowering for early harvests, and foliage ...

Potatoes are a versatile and popular vegetable that can be grown in home gardens. Plant certified seed potatoes in spring and harvest new potatoes after flowering or wait for larger tubers after the ...