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The Colorado Potato Beetle

The Colorado Potato Beetle is my arch nemesis in the garden. I have not so fond memories of spending childhood days in the garden picking of the beetles and squishing the larvae. It was summer break! I had better things to be doing like fishing or shooting pop cans with my slingshot.

Gardening, Plant Care, Science, StoryJohn MorganJune 15, 2018potato, bug, beetle, coloradoComment

How To Harvest Potatoes

To harvest potatoes, you’ll need a shovel or a spading fork. If you’re harvesting for supper, drive your fork into the soil at the outside edges of the plant. Carefully lift the plant and remove the potatoes you need. Set the plant back in place and water thoroughly.

Gardening, Plant Care, Produce, VideoJohn MorganJuly 4, 2017potato, potatoes, harvest, dig, digging, storage

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