On 04/08/08 05:26, Claire DC wrote:
I'm a beginner at all this (well i have some strawberry plants that are
still alive from last summer) and am looking to start growing some
potatoes as I've a feeling it's a bit late in the year to start many
other things.

I was told that I could grow them from unused potatoes that had started
sprouting and to cut them in half and plant them like that; however I've
since heard that I should only use proper potato tubers.

Could anybody let me know if I am able to just plant an ordinary
potato.. and what the difference is between the 2?

Sorry for the (most probably) basic level question.. I am very new to
gardening/vegetable growing so am just finding my feet. x




You should always plant certified virus free seed potatoes.

At this time of year, you can still plant new potatoes which should be
ready for cropping from late Autumn until after Christmas.

Your local garden centre may have suitable varieties. Otherwise take a
look at say, www.dobies.co.uk , for seed potatoes that you can plant now.

Ed