Didn't grow potatoes this year because they haven't done well for me and there wasn't room. (Except for a few volunteers near the compost, leftover from past years.) Next year, try growing them in pots.
Very good video:
https://www.growveg.com/guides/how-to-successfully-grow-potatoes-in-containers/
Some key points from the video:
- choose early varieties (70-90 days)
- minimum pot size of 3 gallons / 10 litres
- ensure pot has good drainage
- don't cut the potatoes; instead, trim all but the strongest 2-3 eyes, then plant intact, eyes up
- cover with 4" soil; once leaves grow 4" above soil, add more soil, leaving tips of plants above ground each time
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