How to Buy Seed Potatoes
- 1). Calculate how many ounces of seed potatoes you need to purchase. Each potato is cut up into 1 1/2 to 2-oz. seed pieces. So for every pound of potatoes, you can expect eight to 10 seed pieces.
- 2). Purchase seed potatoes from a reputable nursery or seed dealer. Ask your local nursery where you can purchase them. Seed potatoes are also available online. Buy only seed potatoes that are certified as free of disease and virus.
- 3). Store seed potatoes in a humid and cool location. The crisper section or the bottom of a refrigerator is a good location. You can keep the potato seeds for up to one year before cutting them up and planting.
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