10 Tips To Grow A Potato Plant In A Small Pot

Producer: Swati Chaturvedi

Choose a suitable container: Use a pot that's at least 10 inches deep and wide for a single potato plant.

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Use well-draining soil: Ensure the potting mix drains well to prevent waterlogging.

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Plant certified seed potatoes: Start with healthy, disease-free seed potatoes from a reputable source.

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Cut and prepare seed potatoes: Cut them into pieces with at least one eye per piece and allow them to air dry for a day or two.

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Plant potatoes shallowly: Plant the seed potato pieces about 2-3 inches deep in the soil.

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Provide sunlight: Place the pot in a sunny spot where it can receive at least 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.

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Water properly: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and avoid letting it dry out completely.

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Hill the soil: As the potato plant grows, mound soil around the stems to encourage more tuber formation

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