What is the depth of planting potatoes?

What does the depth of planting potatoes decide? This is an important factor. Much depends on the type of potato varieties, the properties of the land and soil. Early varieties are planted earlier. But will the depth harm the growth of potatoes? Although salvation from frost is obvious.

How to plant potatoes

In areas in the far south, planting is carried out at the end of March, the beginning of April is also acceptable. Northern regions require landing in May. Then comes the second half of May. A number of requirements are met:

• Planting depth for the northern and central regions on light soils is 10-12 cm, on heavy soils less than 8-10 cm, peaty soils require 6-7 cm. Southern edges require 14-16 cm for planting. Tops should be planted at 2-3 cm , and this figure is smaller than for whole tubers;
• Density when planting on well-fertilized, possibly fertile soils is permissible. For poorly fertilized, poor soils - less often. Early varieties should be planted densely. Large tubers require more space. And the small ones and the tops need frequent planting;
• An area of ​​100 square meters when planted, whole tubers can accommodate 450-500 bushes. The tops can be planted in the amount of 600-650 bushes. And seedlings or sprouts can be planted at a density of 700-750 bushes;
• Between the rows you need to maintain a certain distance, 50-60 cm. Rows between individual bushes for whole tubers - 30-35 cm, tops - 25 cm, sprouts - 20 cm;
• 100 square meters allow 20-25 kg. medium-sized tubers, large ones - 30-35 kg, the tops will fit in the amount of 10-15 kg.

Here are some recommendations.The southern regions are associated with aridity. Keep this in mind when planting tubers. Therefore, the depth of planting potatoes should be such that water flows normally.