How to Grow Plentiful Potatoes in Pots: 10 Tips for Success

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It may seem counterintuitive to plant a vegetable that grows largely underground in a pot with restricted soil space. But, oddly enough, potatoes actually do quite well when planted in containers.

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1. Choose the Right Seed Potato

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2. Take Time to Prepare Your Seed Potatoes

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3. Pick a Sunny Location

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4. Pick the Right Pot

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5. Start Your Potatoes Off Right

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How to Grow Plentiful Potatoes in Pots: 10 Tips for Success

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It may seem counterintuitive to plant a vegetable that grows largely underground in a pot with restricted soil space. But, oddly enough, potatoes actually do quite well when planted in containers.

1. Choose the Right Seed Potato

1. Choose the Right Seed Potato

2. Take Time to Prepare Your Seed Potatoes

2. Take Time to Prepare Your Seed Potatoes

3. Pick a Sunny Location

3. Pick a Sunny Location

4. Pick the Right Pot

4. Pick the Right Pot

5. Start Your Potatoes Off Right

5. Start Your Potatoes Off Right

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