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5 Mistakes That Can Cause You to Lose Your Potato Harvest: Note for Summer Residents
21.05.2023 07:55
Mistakes made by a gardener when growing potatoes can cause a serious reduction in yield.
Moreover, it is possible to make such a gross mistake that the harvest will be completely lost.
The gardener must choose the right place to plant the plant. In addition, in no case should unsuitable fertilizers be applied.
So, what kind of mistakes can lead to the fact that there will be almost no quality tubers?
Wrong landing spot
Potatoes should not be planted in a shaded area. Potato beds should receive sufficient sunlight.
If the plant is not located in a well-lit place, the crop yield is unlikely to be high.
Overwatering
Of course, garden crops need water. But moderation should be observed.
If the plant receives too much moisture, the harvest can be lost. The crop will grow poorly and "suffer" from illnesses.
Application of fresh manure
In spring, potatoes should not be fed with fresh manure: such action will have an extremely negative effect on the condition of the garden crop.
Instead of the above-mentioned fertilizer, it is worth using humus.
Lots of nitrogen
An abundance of nitrogen in the soil is one of the most common reasons for a serious decrease in potato yields.
The fact is that this microelement makes the plant more vulnerable to fungal diseases.
Using fertilizers with chlorine
Before applying any mineral fertilizer, the gardener should study the composition.
The list mentions a chlorine component? Then do not feed the potatoes with this product, otherwise you may lose the harvest.
