Feeding Potatoes: What They Really Need (And What to Skip)

Feeding Potatoes: What They Really Need (And What to Skip)

The Grounded Homestead
Published on: 24/07/2025

Learn exactly how and when to feed your potato plants for a better harvest—without overdoing the nitrogen. This practical guide covers organic amendments, feeding stages, visual deficiency signs, and a printable schedule for every zone.

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The Top 5 Potato Pests (and How to Stop Them Organically)

The Top 5 Potato Pests (and How to Stop Them Organically)

The Grounded Homestead
Published on: 24/07/2025

Learn how to identify and stop the top 5 potato pests—Colorado beetles, wireworms, aphids, flea beetles, and cutworms—using simple, organic methods. From early detection to smart planting tactics, this guide helps you grow healthier spuds without the chemicals.

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When and How to Harvest Potatoes Without Bruising or Rot

When and How to Harvest Potatoes Without Bruising or Rot

The Grounded Homestead
Published on: 24/07/2025

Learn exactly when and how to harvest potatoes without bruising or rot. This hands-on guide from The Grounded Homestead covers timing, digging methods, curing tips, and long-term storage conditions for a shelf-stable crop all winter long.

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The Top 5 Potato Growing Mistakes—And How to Avoid Them

The Top 5 Potato Growing Mistakes—And How to Avoid Them

The Grounded Homestead
Published on: 24/07/2025

Avoid the five most common potato growing mistakes that ruin harvests. Learn when to hill, how to water, why seed potatoes matter, and the right time to harvest—with tips from real experience and practical fixes that work in your zone.

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