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PL. —Solanum tuberosumBotanical illustration — drop image
Solanum tuberosum

Potato

SpringSummer
3a–10bHardiness zone
Peak bloom windowZone 6b · frost-offset weeks
Winter
Not in bloom
Spring
Peak bloom
Summer
Peak bloom
Fall
Not in bloom
Peak bloom
In bloom
Background

Good companions
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Black Turtle'Zea maysBrassica oleracea var. capitataTagetes patula
Keep apart
Solanum lycopersicumCucurbita pepoHelianthus annuus
Care guide
SunFull sun
WaterRegular; consistent moisture; reduce when foliage begins to yellow and die back
SoilLoose, well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 5.0–6.0); avoid freshly limed soil
Spacing12 inches in row; 30–36 inches between rows
Height18–30 inches
Zone3a – 10b
Direct sow