Growing potatoes in containers in layers

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.

In fact, growing them in pots can be easier than growing them in the ground.

In this article, we’ll show you why container potato gardening is easier and how to grow potatoes successfully in pots using our ten simple steps.

We’ll also look at some common issues people run into when growing potatoes and some of our other favorite plentiful container veggies.

Why You Should Grow Potatoes in Containers

Sometimes, growing vegetables in pots is less about convenience and more about not having any other option.

But even if you do have a garden bed and some space, you still may want to consider this option.

While it is true that container-grown potatoes typically have a lower yield and don’t produce large tubers, they are much easier to harvest.

Growing potatoes in the ground often means carefully sifting through mountains of soil at the end of the season to find your yield.

As you

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