Question 1

What does "earth up" mean?

Accepted Answer

To draw or heap soil up around the base of a plant, especially to protect the roots, promote growth, or prevent vegetables from greening.

Question 2

How do you use "earth up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

You should earth up your potato plants when the shoots reach about 20 centimetres tall.

Question 3

Is "earth up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"earth up" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Standard British gardening term. Particularly associated with growing potatoes, leeks, and celery. The practice prevents vegetables from turning green (in the case of potatoes) or encourages blanching (leeks, celery). American English speakers might say 'hill up' instead.

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