The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce that the February “Plant of the Month” is the potato.
February is a good time to grow potatoes in North Central Florida. Check the
Plant of the Month website for information on planting, harvesting, recipes, and more on this nutritional vegetable.
The Plant of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Alachua County Master Gardener Volunteers, Alachua County Public Library, and Working Food.
“Potatoes are generous and forgiving plants,” said Alachua County Commissioner Mary Alford. “They are so easy to grow and produce prolific harvests. All you need is full sun, loose and fertile soil, and one inch of water per week. Want to feel like a master gardener? Plant these wonderful root vegetables and prepare for a harvest time thrill!”
For more information, contact the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County at 352-955-2402. Visit the
Extension Office website for additional programs offered by the Extension Office.
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