Growing potatoes in the ground is easy enough, but it can be just as easy in containers. You'll need a deep pot or bag, potato seeds (ideally chitted), a nutrient-dense compost, and the ...

Space the seed potatoes about 10 inches apart from each other, and allow about 4 inches of space from the sides of the container. Then follow the same steps as you would when growing seed potatoes ...

5. Have one large pot handy for each seed potato. Put shredded newspaper at the bottom, then press it into a layer about 2 inches thick. Add 2 inches of moistened potting soil atop the paper.

Once your potato pieces are ready, you’re ready to plant. To plant in your garden, dig trenches 6-10 inches deep, 2-3 feet apart, set seeds 15 inches apart and cover with soil. Or designate a 3-4 foot ...

No seed packet, no problem - there's an easy rule of thumb to keep in mind to ensure your seeds are at the right planting ...

Planting and managing potatoes Once the soil temperature reaches 45 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, plant seed potato pieces in shallow trenches 3 to 5 inches deep with 10 to 12 inches between potato ...

Drainage holes are necessary. Plan to use about one seed potato for every 3 gallons of a container’s volume. A 10-gallon container should accommodate three to four seed potatoes.

Potatoes typically sprout in 10 to 14 days, and the new potatoes will form above the planted seed potato. Keep the soil loose and pulled up around the main stem of each plant.

Space the seed potatoes about 10 inches apart from each other, and allow about 4 inches of space from the sides of the container. Then follow the same steps as you would when growing seed potatoes ...