The technology of growing potatoes in bags: step by step instructions, tips

Growing potatoes in bags is a new technology in horticulture. In our country, this method is only developing, but the advantages are already known. Rapid ripening is considered one of them. It is simple and quick to apply, and in addition, the method leaves more free space in the field. You can grow potatoes in a bag under the wall of a building, along the length of paths, in a flower bed, between trees.

Cultivation method description

Growing potatoes in bags is not difficult; it is important to follow a few standard planting and growing rules. In case of violation, the harvest can not wait.

Planting technology step by step:

1. Pick up bags for planting – suitable for sugar, flour, etc.
2. Choose a soil. It should be loose and rich in trace elements. The acidity level should be 5,5 PH. Treat the soil with a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Fill a third of the bag with soil. If the bag is properly structured, with adequate ventilation, then drainage will not be necessary.
3. Potatoes are poured onto the soil layer, at a considerable distance from each other, so as not to harm the eyes.
4. Sprinkle a layer of potatoes with soil, with a density of 15 cm.
5. When the stem is 30 cm above the ground, add another 15 cm of soil, leaving a few leaves on the surface. Repeat the procedure until the box is 2 thirds full. Height should not exceed 60 cm

Attention!

Place the filled bags on the sunny side of the garden so that they warm up properly.

The advantages and disadvantages of the method

Planting potatoes in bags, as with any other planting method, has its pros and cons.

Pros:

• saving space;
• weeding and loosening is not required;
• root crops are protected from parasites and diseases;
• the earth is always warm and with good oxygen circulation;
• the liquid does not stagnate and does not accumulate;
• seedlings appear faster;
• time for leaving is saved;
• potatoes can be harvested faster.

In addition to the advantages, the method also has disadvantages.

The minuses include:

• spending on the purchase of bags and soil;
• long-term antibacterial soil treatment;
• the need for frequent watering and fertilization;
• the earth dries up quickly;
• ants can grow in the cavity of the bag.

When planning to grow potatoes in this way, it is important to study the rules and peculiarities of planting.

Choice of containers

The main step in planting is the choice of the container in which the crop will be grown.

The optimal materials for boxes are:

1. Wood – old scraps will do. To begin with, fasten 4 side pieces, according to the type of stool. Do not cover the lower part. It is advisable to install it on a pallet. As soon as the tubers are ripe, raise the boards, harvest and fill with earth.
2. Mesh – cut off a piece of mesh of the required size, twist with a cylinder and secure with wire. Attach the bottom from the same mesh. When the potatoes are ripe, unscrew the bottom, remove the tubers and screw into place. Several layers of straw can be placed on the bottom to prevent the soil from spilling out.
3. Bucket – a container with a volume of 30 liters is suitable. Cut the bottom off the bucket, then turn it over so that the lid is on the bottom. The potatoes can be removed by removing the lid and turning the bucket over. Holes must be made in the walls of the bucket for air to enter.
4. Tire – you need 2 tires. Fill the lower tire with earth, install the next one on top, as soon as the tops are growing. To harvest, take off the tires.

Pay attention!

In the garden, it will not be superfluous to have plastic containers or other containers made of natural materials. They will not release toxic components into the soil when heated from direct sunlight.

Variety choice

Planting potatoes in bags allows a variety of varieties to be used.

Popular potato varieties:

1. Bella Rosa – First appeared in Germany. High-ripening vegetable with large, round pink tubers. The average weight is 200 g. You can collect it on the 60th day after planting. Good care and suitable conditions will allow you to get a crop 2 times. The variety can be easily planted in a bag or container, because such potatoes tolerate drought well. Growing on sandy soil is allowed.
2. Shante or Sante is a Dutch variety with a medium early ripening rate. The fruits are round and yellow in color. It has an optimal level of starch and vitamin B content. One root vegetable weighs 150 grams. You can collect it 80 days after planting. The tubers are easy to transport as they are lightweight and have a long shelf life.
3. Slavyanka – bred in the Ukrainian latitudes. The tubers are smooth and even with a unique taste. One potato weighs 150 – 180 grams. Late variety, but grown in a bag or container, no worse than a normal crop. After planting, you will need to frequently water and feed. Easily tolerates the vagaries of weather and short-term drought.
4. Povigne is an early ripening culture. Ripens within 55 days after planting. One potato weighs 50-130 grams. It has a high immunity to known diseases and viruses. Leading in the list of such popular brands as Zhukovsky early and Udacha.
5. Svitanok Kievsky – depending on weather conditions, it can be either early or middle. The variety has a thin pink skin. Average weight 120 grams. Optimal for a harsh continental climate, “calm” in high drought and excessive humidity. High level of starch, protects the vegetable from wateriness.

These varieties are easy to plant in any container. They do not require special care, give a good harvest and are highly resistant to diseases and insects.

Planting material preparation and care

Growing potatoes in a container or bag will help you get a rich harvest if you take proper care of your potatoes.

Pay attention!

Tubers will enter into good growth if the soil is saturated with potassium and phosphorus. It will not be superfluous to purchase several packages of mineral fertilizers, because their composition is already balanced.

Features of the preparation of planting raw materials:

1. The soil should be loose and breathable.
2. Before pouring into the box, the earth is sifted, removing weeds, pebbles and pests.
3. It is also recommended to work on the tubers themselves. Treat them from the Colorado potato beetle.

On the dacha markets, there are many mixtures saturated with the necessary substances. It is recommended to mix them with homemade fertilizers.

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Growing potatoes in bags does not require frequent watering and digging up the earth.

Watering features:

1. If the cultivation takes place in a container, and it is placed in the sun, then watering will be abundant and frequent.
2. More frequent watering occurs during the period of active flowering and the formation of the first fruits.
3. As soon as the water evaporates, increase the volume of water so that the water penetrates into the entire soil layer.

Overdoing it is not recommended. Too much water will provoke the decay process. For this reason, the container must be positioned so that excess liquid can drain off.

Top dressing should be applied during the growth process, but not overdoing it. Nitrogenous chemicals should not be used. the tubers do not ripen, and the substances are absorbed into the peel. The shelf life of such a vegetable will quickly decrease.

The upper layers will be significantly fresher than the lower ones. Collect potatoes like this:

1. Turn the bag over.
2. Cut the fabric if the bag is already worn out.
3. Open the valves.
4. In the case of containers, it is enough to remove the bottom and pour the tubers onto the ground.

Advice!

If the bags remain intact, they can be stored until next year.

Planting potatoes in an unusual place is not so difficult, but there are some nuances to consider. The main difficulties that you can face when landing:

1. If the potatoes are to grow in a vertical vessel, then a significant amount of land will be required.
2. It is recommended to fix the bags firmly so that the “bed” does not fall.
3. The bag should not be placed under a roof where water flows down. this will lead to flooding of the soil and subsequent rotting.
4. It is important to control the moisture level of the planted bushes, avoiding drying out.
5. Used soil can no longer be used for planting, but can be used for mulching.

Considering all the features and after studying reviews or videos on the network, you can achieve good shoots.

A potato field is an established expression among summer residents, but this does not mean that the planting of this tuber should be limited to several hectares. Various methods of an improvised accelerated potato production are gaining popularity among gardeners due to minimal care and active seedlings.