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Is it too late to plant potatoes?

14 years ago

I live up in Northern Iowa, and just got my garden tilled. Now it's been raining, or I haven't been home to plant.

Is it too late for potatoes? I have had them for a few weeks, with good intentions. They are the red Pontiac kind.

Thanks for any advice or info!

MonaRae

Comments (2)

tannabanana
14 years ago
The state extension office website says you can plant until the middle of May so I'd say go for it!

Here is a link that might be useful: IA Veggie Garden Planting Dates
Maggie4
14 years ago
I just mudded mine in today. They will do fine.
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