First early potatoes can be planted from mid-March and, before planting, many people 'chit' them. This involves letting the potatoes grow short, strong, stubby shoots, which will allow them to start growing more quickly after planting. Watch Alan show you how it’s done, and let us know in the comments – do you chit your potatoes? | BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
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First early potatoes can be planted from mid-March and, before planting, many people 'chit' them. This involves letting the potatoes grow short, strong, stubby shoots, which will allow them to start growing more quickly after planting. Watch Alan show you how it’s done, and let us know in the comments – do you chit your potatoes? | BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
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