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What can and cannot be planted after potatoes: useful for every summer resident to know
13.04.2023 17:20
Updated: 15.04.2023 06:08
Experienced gardeners never plant certain vegetables after potatoes, so as not to ruin the harvest.
To have less trouble in the garden, it is necessary to follow the rules of crop rotation.
For example, experienced gardeners do not plant potatoes in the same place for more than 2 years in a row.
What to plant after potatoes
The place where potatoes grew is given over to legumes. Peas and beans grow well after the vegetable.
Garlic and onions can also be planted in the vacated area. After potatoes, beets, turnips, horseradish, radishes, squash and pumpkin are planted.
What should not be planted after potatoes
Cabbage in such a plot will experience a lack of nutrients. If you plan to plant strawberries, it is better to find a better place. When planting after potatoes, there is a risk that the strawberries will be attacked by wireworms or mole crickets.
It is also not recommended to plant other nightshades in such a plot. It is worth looking for another place for tomatoes, peppers, eggplants.
After which you can plant potatoes
The vegetable demonstrates high productivity after cabbage, cucumbers, zucchini, spinach, and legumes.
