Propagating Potatoes from Tubers: Cut, Cure, Plant

Grocery potatoes are treated to inhibit sprouting and may carry disease. Certified seed potatoes are best, but store-bought can work.

Steps

1. Cut into pieces with 2–3 eyes each.
2. Air-dry 1–2 days (or dust with sulfur) to prevent rot.
3. Pre-sprout in light (chitting) for faster emergence.
4. Plant 2–3 weeks before last frost, 4" deep, 12" apart.
5. Hill soil as plants grow.

Don't use tubers without visible eyes.