How to grow potatoes in potato bags with Van Meuwen

[@nitinrawat009]

Wonderful 🤩. Short, precise & easy to understand

[@niconagi4645]

One of the best explanations given on growing potatoes in bag. Simple and easy to understand..... I wanted to try the container growing method and started digging youtube videos, and found this your explanation to be the best. I'm going to try this soon. Thank you so much. BTW i like your video color setting.....clean n looking fresh :)

[@blinkspacestudio8892]

I did this and it was a huge success. I had golden spids growing and I harvested them because there were potatoes bulging out the sides. Some were really big and I got about 40 of them per bag. that is not bad at all. They went really well with spaghetti hoops and chicken burgers lol yum.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

That's great news. So glad that you had such good results :)

[@ethereal1257]

I love her accent and the sound of her voice! So calming

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

british

[@anasiver976]

I abt to say the same things

[@SproutingSeeds]

Yes so calming accent

[@DannySullivanMusic]

Agreed!

[@Davofalbion15]

Best video on potato plants ive ever seen. Finally a good video with simple instructions x x x x

[@alish2852]

AWESOME. THANKS SIS YOU GAVE ME ALOT OF ANSWERS IN MINUTES. I LIKE THE VERY SIMPLE WAY YOU EXPLAINED.

[@DannySullivanMusic]

^^^

[@jenng2385]

Just bought some 7 gallon bags today on Amazon that were 80% off. Definitely growing some potatoes!!!!!

[@kaynesheenan]

How'd you go?

[@mikemueting7344]

The accent and Chucks. Adorable!

[@lisamccort6777]

I really liked how you explained the process.

[@katharina...]

I know exactly what to do now! Great tutorial, thanks very much!

[@Sbuk55]

Such a well presented and clear video of what to do, Thankyou x

[@DannySullivanMusic]

She rules!

[@shellbells76]

Answered all my questions...thankyou

[@tinamanuel9515]

The method and explanation is clear and simple to follow,thanks to you madam more simple gardening!!!!

[@gustavovillegas5909]

Thank you very much! I'm looking to start growing my own potatoes once this winter has ended :) gunna be my first shot at it

[@oby-1607]

This was an education. I think I will try this, then I won't have to search for my potatoes in the weeds. Thanks.

[@katrinaklapproth8788]

Thank you I looked at loads of video’s of harvesting potatoes but wanted to know what to do once you have planted your potatoes and only found your vid explains that😀 I’m a first time potato grower so a bit of the unknown for me🌸🌸

[@jenng2385]

So how did the potato growing go?!?! 😃😃

[@danishkarim1]

Awesome technique to grow in city homes. Looking forward for more amazing videos like this.

[@DannySullivanMusic]

^^^

[@sofakingwetodddid1685]

Great video short and too the point.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Glad you liked it

[@rayodelsol80]

The dirt falling on those pristine white converse is an absolute crime! Cool video though :) 👍🏻

[@ballad2212]

Your video is so informative!

[@margaretdavis379]

Thank yu this is easy way to grow any vegetables I hope I be try it

[@GraftingTactick]

Great content, very informative, lots to take from, Thanks for sharing . New subbed here friend 👍💕

[@swapnil5282]

Oh I love the English accent.. thanks so much from India ..

[@jabah126]

Excellent nice simple no nonsense video thanks. Do my bags require holes for drainage though?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

The bags are porous allowing the water to drain freely. If you are using bags that don't drain then you would need to make plenty of holes in the bottom to prevent the tubers rotting.

[@sloit4063]

Very nice,thanks for sharing this video.

[@sajjadahmed-ff4vq]

How charming your personality.

[@TheSweetpea73]

Great video. Very helpful.

[@mindsofgreatness]

I love your accent great content too

[@clifforddaniels2078]

Thanks for the idea hun take care

[@BrokenInTheBox]

Nice tutorial, very informative and helpful. Thanks for sharing. Subscribed.

[@louiselaird540]

BrokenInTheBox how often do I water the grow bag after I’ve placed my seedlings do you know ?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Water whenever the compost starts to dry out. Just aim to keep the compost reliably moist

[@babulouis9318]

Liked the video and the young farmer.Welcome to my farm in India.

[@wallacelux]

Hi thanks for the great video.. Can yiu reuse the soil for the next crop harvest of potatoes?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

It's best to use fresh soil each year as the previous crop will have depleted any nutrients, and it also prevents soil borne diseases being spread.

[@bestart7892]

Im thankful to you......very good but your so baeutiful also

[@deerpark39]

Do you trim stems each time you hill/mound up?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

No dont cut the stems - just mound the soil up around them and cover them again

[@mikecleary8307]

Hi there. Great video. I'm a school teacher and want to plant some potatoes in grow bags like this video. I'm worried that I won't have the time before the end of term to chit the potatoes and harvest them in time by the end of the school year. Would it be okay to sow my seed potatoes in the grow bags without chitting? Thank you

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Hello - That is a tricky one as they wont have quite enough time to make a decent crop now. However I think it is a worthwhile (and fun) process to go through with children and even if the crop is very tiny, they can still gain a good undeerstanding of the process! In future years I would recomend that you chit them in February and get them planted early. Keep them somewhere frost-free until late spring. Opt for a first-early variety and aim to harvest as late as possible. You will definately get better results :)

[@daviclo]

Very helpful, thanks.

[@peacetoall1201]

Where do you get seed potatoes? ... or can you just buy any potato and wait until you see sprouts on them?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

You can buy seed potatoes from Van Meuwen if you are in the UK. www.vanmeuwen.com/fruit-and-vegetables/vegetables/potatoes

[@peacetoall1201]

I'm in the U.S. Can you not use just any potato you buy in the store?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Yes you can but you cant guarantee that they will be disease free!

[@thriftybirds3704]

I bought mine at Home Depot!

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Buy them here! search.vanmeuwen.com/search?asug=&w=seed+potatoes

[@fn1202]

i'm using those exact bags!

[@jessicajohnston5693]

What are those bags called? I am trying to grow potatoes, but most of the bags have a flap on the side. I don't want any flaps if possible.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Try something like this www.vanmeuwen.com/p/potato-growing-bags/V48802VM

[@vickimoore7646]

How cost effective is this? It seems I could actually buy more potatoes for the amount of money spent to grow. Bags are reusable but you are replacing soil, fertilizer and start plants each time. Thanks for your reply.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Yes you probably could - but you may not be able to buy certain varieties in the supermarket so growing your own offers a chance to taste less common varieties. It's also good fun, and makes a great project to do with children.

[@travv88]

@@vanmeuwenplants How would we go about making it cost effective? Is there a certain scale it needs to be done at?

[@lofenoialof5320]

What else other than potatoes 🥔 would do well with this earthing up approach ?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Celery!

[@lofenoialof5320]

Van Meuwen do you start celery from seeds ? thank you !

[@travv88]

@@vanmeuwenplants Ginger too I hear.

[@satriahadjobaru2718]

very well explained. how long does it usualy takes from grow to harvest?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Around 15 to 20 weeks :)

[@jstump1972]

@@vanmeuwenplants can you turn around and replant using same soil and keep it going?

[@travv88]

@@jstump1972 I am wondering this too.

[@travv88]

@@jstump1972 Maybe add it to compost pile and once that is done you can re-use it.

[@_Marissathom]

Great video does water drain out of the bag

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Thanks! Yes the bags are woven so they allow extra water to escape.

[@_Marissathom]

@@vanmeuwenplants Thank you

[@jcbslytherin269]

Delightful video

[@Raul28153]

About the bags. Do they transpire? Does O2 and water transpire through them or are they impermiable?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

They are semi permeable and have drainage holes in the base.

[@travv88]

Is doing this cheaper than buying potatoes in the store?

[@libbyreesbarresi7459]

@Van Meuwen Where can we buy those potato grow bags please,they look much stronger than the ones i have seen...Please post a link thank you

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Hello. Unfortunately we no loner sell these ones. We do have 2 other options though... www.vanmeuwen.com/p/potato-growing-bags/V48802VM and also www.vanmeuwen.com/p/potato-growing-bag/V60476VM

[@mmangla5575]

Thanks for the information

[@gardeningwithpleasure]

Great video

[@regiegija02]

Do u make holes on the bag?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

The bags are porous allowing the water to drain freely. If you are using bags that don't drain then you would need to make plenty of holes in the bottom to prevent the tubers rotting.

[@regiegija02]

@@vanmeuwenplants tks for replying!😊

[@louiselaird540]

How often do I water my grow bag after placing the potato seedlings ?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

It will depend on the weather conditions and the size of the plants. Try to keep the soil consistently damp, but not constantly soggy.

[@louiselaird540]

Van Meuwen thank you

[@sandeeptalreja103]

Grow bags which I ordered from Amazon India have holes on the sides, will there be soil leakage, do I need to close the holes and how about watering grow bags, do I need to make a hole below for draining water.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

It depends on how large the holes are but it will probably be ok. Once they plants are rooted in then the roots will hold the soil nicely in place. The holes will also allow drainage!

[@sandeeptalreja103]

@@vanmeuwenplants Thanks for reply...appreciate ...

[@MattOGara]

So... how deep? What slow release fertilizer? Water how often? Do you feed extra in bags, if so, what?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

You'll find all of this info in our video :)

[@shahedurrahaman9302]

thanks

[@BEandME2020]

Hi so to be clear when is the best time to grow potatoes I'm in ARIZONA thanks

[@vanmeuwenplants]

March and April are the best months to plant your potatoes.

[@lofenoialof5320]

Thank you !

[@permanentwave]

Is this potato bag good for tomatoes or squash

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Yes its is :)

[@qwertyasdfg9012]

why are the potatoes I have grown turn out skinny. it looks unhealthy as well. does it have to do with how often I need to water them?I currently water them daily. the soil I see in your videos appear quite dry.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Potato plants need plenty of water. Keep them consistently moist. It may be that your plants need more light if they are getting very tall. Plant them in full sun next time.

[@rinkuroy6318]

Very decent encouraging presentation, good job

[@tigertony195]

Does anyone know the best potatoes to grow.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

There are so many to try that it really comes down to personal preference, but you may find that some of the modern blight resistant varieties offer the best results

[@deepumon.d3148]

When we can harvest potato after planting?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Once the foliage has turned yellow and died back they can be lifed.

[@mouradmourad6952]

Tank you l love

[@pauland2021]

Wow love it. Wish we are neighbour 😉

[@mixalispatsourakis899]

Ευχαριστώ πολύ,η περιγραφή σας πολύ καλή!!

[@rumanaakterruma9881]

so is there aney another way .. to purchase ...

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Not from us. You would need to find a supplier closer to home.

[@cloudnine9100]

Hello can you tell me the size of these bags thank you

[@vanmeuwenplants]

These bags are around 25 -30 litres.

[@shuhuikline2303]

how to water?

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Just water into the top of the bag - the same as you would with a pot.

[@vins6036]

Hello you didn't say how often to water them.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Water them regularly. In summer they will probably need watering daily to prevent the compost drying out. The aim is to keep the plants conmsistently moist throughout the growing period - never letting the compost get waterlogged or dried out.

[@hog8035]

Or buy a bag with a Velcro flap on the side

[@rumanaakterruma9881]

can you deliver product to bangladesh....

[@vanmeuwenplants]

Sorry but unfortunately we don't deliver internationally

[@jimmie200]

Good tutorial.

[@muhammadsohaib9917]

please make also makena video on tomatoes 😊

[@BeHappy-cp4fv]

The cost of the grow bags or containers, the expensive soil, and the fertilizer adds up to 10 times the price it would cost to buy these potatoes at the grocery store. I don't know why people keep claiming they grow vegetables to save money because they have to pay extra to grow this. It is more of a hobby which is fine but they are not saving money.

[@vanmeuwenplants]

You're absolutely correct! However, it does allow you to grow varieties that are not available in the shops.

[@travv88]

I think getting some experience growing food is valuable though. It's good to be able to provide for yourself a bit. If you made your own compost then it would be much cheaper. The grow bags would be a one off purchase and would last a while and seed potatoes aren't that expensive (and you might even be able to do your own if you learn).

[@fadlizhon5284]

O M G...

[@OrchidandKitties]

good video.I enjoyed watching it.I'm growing two container.check out how much I will get.new subscriber.

[@Malcolm_99]

Thank you!