Wait until the tops of the vines have completely died before you begin harvesting. When the vines are dead, it is a sure sign the potatoes have finished growing and are ready to be harvested. 18 сент. 2015 г.
How do you know when it's time to dig up potatoes?
It's time to dig up your tender, homegrown potatoes when the buds drop or the flowers that do bloom begin to fade. Another good indication is seeing unopened flower buds dropping from the plant. At this point, the leaves will still be green but some will begin fading to yellow.
What does a potato plant look like when it's ready to harvest?
The plants themselves are rather pretty in the garden with dark green leaves growing to about knee-high. About two months or so after planting, they are topped by clusters of small white flowers with yellow centers. At harvest, you will be treated to a fresh potato far superior to what you can buy at the grocery store.
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