How to grow... POTATOES IN A BAG

2020-07-01 -

Choose some seed potatoes from your garden centre. Look for fast growing varieties that have big crops like 'Rocket' or 'Summer Delight'.

Find a sunny, sheltered, frost-free spot outside.

Take a sack or a large bag or other large container. Make sure it has drainage holes in the bottom.

Add planting mix or compost, about 15cm deep. Place three or four seed potatoes on top. Cover with more planting mix.

Water thoroughly after planting and then just enough to keep the mix just moist, not soaking wet.

When the plants are 15cm high, add some more planting mix, leaving about 5cm of the leaves uncovered. Repeat this until the container is full.

Feed every three weeks with liquid fertiliser.

After 80-90 days your potatoes should be ready for harvest. Tip the container over and count your treasure!