Vegetable · Solanaceae family
potato
Solanum tuberosum
In short a 10-second read
Potato (vegetable) grows to 0.3–0.6 m tall and 0.3–0.45 m wide when mature. It grows best in full sun, in average to moist soil. Plant out in March–May. Harvest in June–October.
× spread 0.3–0.45 m
Where to plant
Sun and soil.
It grows best in full sun, in average to moist soil.
Sun
Elsewhere it will grow less well.
Soil and water
average to moist · watering: moderate
Soil: humus-rich, sandy
Soil pH 5–6.5
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (175 cm).
Next to a person
The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
What to do and when.
Months for Central Europe. The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Pruning
cut back to the ground (as needed)
Planting out
tuber / set: March–May
Harvest
June–October
Winter protection
does not overwinter
Frequently asked
Quick answers.
When is potato harvested?
In June–October.
Does potato tolerate shade?
No, it needs full sun.
How much space does potato need?
At maturity 0.3–0.45 m wide and 0.3–0.6 m tall; recommended spacing 35 cm.
Where the data comes from
The data is indicative — we are still comparing it with further sources. Last checked 2 September 2026.
