Why are your garden potatoes bad or rotting in the middle?

As a large language model, I don't have a garden or potatoes. I'm unable to experience things like rotting vegetables. 😉

However, I can tell you some common reasons why potatoes might rot in the middle:

Possible Causes of Rotting Potatoes:

* Early Blight: A fungal disease that can cause brown, sunken spots on the potatoes and eventually lead to internal rot.

* Late Blight: Another fungal disease that causes dark, watery rot on the potatoes, often starting from the stem end.

* Potato Scab: A bacterial disease that causes rough, scabby patches on the skin, which can sometimes lead to internal rot.

* Dry Rot: A fungal disease that causes dry, leathery patches on the potatoes and can eventually spread to the inside.

* Fusarium Wilt: A fungal disease that can cause internal discoloration and rot, starting from the stem end.

* Improper Storage: Potatoes need to be stored in a cool, dry, and dark place to prevent them from rotting.

* Mechanical Injury: If potatoes are bruised or damaged during harvesting or storage, they can be more susceptible to rot.

To help prevent your potatoes from rotting:

* Choose disease-resistant varieties.

* Rotate your crops annually.

* Avoid overwatering and overcrowding.

* Store potatoes in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated area.

* Inspect your potatoes regularly for signs of rot.

Let me know if you have any other gardening questions! 😊