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Potatoes #877179

Asked July 14, 2024, 4:30 PM EDT

Is there any benefits at removing the flowers from either determinate or indeterminate potatoes? Does it increase tuber yield?

Anchorage County Alaska

Expert Response

Hi Brigitte,

Thank you for your question. Although there may be some conflicting information online and elsewhere,  there is no benefit in removing flowers on potatoes. It is unlikely to improve or increase yield. It is best to leave the potato flowers intact.

Hope that answers your questions,

Meriam Karlsson

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 15, 2024, 5:46 PM EDT

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