How many times a year can potatoes be planted? How many months can potatoes be harvested?

How many times a year are potatoes planted?

Potatoes can be planted twice a year , in spring and summer. Potatoes can be planted in March in spring or in August in summer. However, the climate in different regions varies greatly, so the planting time is also different. For example, in Gansu, Northeast China and other regions, most potatoes are planted in late April.

Potato growing conditions

The land is suitable for growing in mild to cool climate conditions. The most ideal temperature for growth is 13 to 18 degrees. Potatoes begin to grow when the soil temperature reaches 7 degrees.

Generally, extremely cold and extremely hot temperature conditions will affect the growth of potatoes. Low temperatures can easily cause potatoes to be small and grow slowly, while higher temperatures can easily cause pests and diseases. Mild relative humidity is an important condition for potato growth, and if the air humidity is high, potatoes are prone to mold growth.

Potato harvest time

The entire growth process of potatoes takes 90 days , so about 3 months after planting, potatoes are ready for harvest. In Northeast China and Gansu, potatoes are mostly planted in April in spring and mature in autumn, while in Hebei and Shandong, they are usually planted in February or March and harvested in June or July.