Red potato grow

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    Trying my hand at potatoes this year. I've never done it before. I used the method of burying them as they get taller. I'd say they're coming along nicely.
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    Looking good Northerner!! I hope they crop well for you.
     
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    Jewell Incorrigible Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Looks like they will be a success story. Makes for a nice vegetative planter also:stew1:
     
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    Oh yes, they are coming along nicely! There are few pleasures as great as having new potatoes boiled and dressed with a bit of butter and salt. Enjoy!
     
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    How many eyes did you plant in that container ?
     
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    6 whole chits. It's about a 30 gal container.
     
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    Should be large enough ! Looked smaller in the pic !
     
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    Here is a different perspective. received_1954357574576788-1200x2133.jpeg
     
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    Northerner, I'm impressed. For a first trial, they look very good to me.
    That sure is cute measuring post you have there. :)
     
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    Ty!! She's my partner in crime!
     
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    We would all be blessed to have a partner in crime like her. A great way for her to learn gardening too.
     
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    Wow Northerner....those look great. Haven't grown potatoes but one day I will.
     
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    I try growing potatoes every year.
     
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