Heres how to grow potatoes in a bucket for space savings, pest-free tubers, and other benefits.
Tips for Growing Potatoes in Buckets
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If youre cutting seed potatoes, ensure each potato section has at least 2 eyes or nodes for sprouting.
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Allow cut potatoes to dry for a day or two before planting.
Instead, use buckets made of food-safe plastic and clean them out thoroughly before planting.
Standard 5-gallon buckets can hold about 2 potato plants, while 10-gallon buckets can hold 4 potato plants.
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Potatoes need well-draining soil to grow properlythey can rot in soggy soil.
Adding straw mulch over the soil can keep buckets from drying out too quickly.
Wilted, discolored, or holey leaves can all be signs of pest activity.
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Repeat this process every few weeks until your potatoes are ready to harvest.
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