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Gardening with Kitty: put the humble spud on parade this spring

The month of March and St Patrick’s Day has long been associated with planting early potatoes in the garden. Here's our best tips for starting your potato crop.

GARDENING 4 March 2026
Gardening with Kitty: put the humble spud on parade this spring
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