I wish I had known this tip for growing sweet potatoes sooner

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Grow bigger and better sweet potatoes with this simple tip I wish I had known sooner! In this video, I'll share my easy and effective method for growing sweet potatoes that will give you a bountiful harvest. Don't make the same mistake I did and learn this game-changing tip now!
If you're looking to grow sweet potatoes, then you'll definitely want to check out this video! I'll share a helpful tip that I wish I had known sooner for growing delicious and healthy sweet potatoes in your garden.
Growing sweet potatoes can be easy and rewarding, but there are some important tricks that can make a big difference. Watch this video to learn the tip that will help you grow the best sweet potatoes possible!
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[@Sophie_Kale]

In my country Zambia, we eat the sweet potatoes leaves too. So yummy 😋

[@dumblady]

Nice! Do you eat the raw or do you have to cook them?

[@vp3970]

Filipinos too. Par- boil and make a salad by adding almost anything.

[@bigsky5102]

You will have to make videos of your recipes. I haven't found them appetizing yet.😢

[@havingalotafun]

Yes in our community garden I have taught our members how to grow them in a raised bed that self-watered and encourage them to eat the leaves like they would eat any green because they're highly nutritious and yes sweet potatoes can be eaten raw as well as cooked.

[@mwilamwila1429]

@@dumblady cooked in a little oil. onions and tomatos. the basics. eaten as with corn meal

[@amymorales4622]

What a fascinating technique for growing sweet potatoes. I have been told that sweet potatoes don't grow well here in desert mountains because it gets too cold at night during the summer, even though our daytime temperatures can be hot. If I used insulated containers, my results might be better. Thanks.

[@ruthfurlow5468]

I wouldn’t use the styrofoam maybe, Js.

[@hirschsiamwanda2058]

You busy throwing away those leaves 😮 if only you knew how delicious they make a dish 😅😊😂. Best way of growing sweet potatoes so far.

[@Johngarden]

It's important to take a break and appreciate the little things in life.

[@hirschsiamwanda2058]

You right ✅️ I do appreciate both. Your way maximizes production too I guess

[@carter_1]

I didn't know the leaves were edible/tasty. How do you prepare it?

[@andielliott7721]

I have grown sweet potatoes for the past two summers in a 10 X 20 garden. That gives us a years supply...they are SO easy to grow.

[@tnijoo5109]

That’s cool! How do you store them?

[@kristinacoulthread6600]

What country are you in plz

[@suzannegriffiths4795]

You must have the right climate and no pests. Pests love sweet potatoes and they can be riddled with holes! If you are going chemical free, protecting them from as many pests as possible is useful.

[@rranimalrescue2052]

Leaves make great salads

[@kathysahagian7478]

Salt kills plants, everything. What is it's purpose here?

[@barbaramorris9215]

VERY INTERESTING ! it would be nice if it wasn't so vague and there were some verbal instructions - but certainly worth a try ! TY

[@oldschoolzone5711]

You might want to look up what HEAT does to Styrofoam first..... just sayin'

[@lindasands1433]

What is the salt for?

[@MeG-yp8ul]

You could use a grow bag inside the polystyrene boxes.. Or make a wooden frame if you don't want contact with plastic

[@ProudCanadian-vv6bk]

Were they watered through the pop bottles? If so, how iften?

[@aprildegele1510]

Husk of what? What kind of salt? Regular table salt kills, Epsom salt helps plant thrive! What are you pruning, where are you pruning, and why? Is the mulch just dead grass? And what are you putting in after? Mulch, soil? Are you watering through the Coke bottle? Even after adding kitchen mulch? Why does it need that top cover of grass and soil? Oh, so many things you left out that I'd love to know because this seems like a pretty great system.

[@florawillis1384]

Says table scraps! Not fertilizer! Vegetable scraps only. Makes. compost, small container, set it outside til ready! Pruning potatos, removing some leaves makes it grow faster. You can eat the leaves also.

[@florawillis1384]

Few Grass and soil replenishes nutrients, like fertilizer.

[@florawillis1384]

More worried about stryrofoam poison to me. I would use plastic totes, pots etc.

[@chirigringo777]

Rice husks

[@GoingGreenMom]

Early on it says he added fertilizer.... Maybe potassium? ​@@florawillis1384

[@clairebillette6051]

Great tips!! And you know that sweet potato leaves ate delicious when cooked.

[@sheririce4257]

I did not know that until a recent video ! Makes sense tho ❤

[@Keyspoet27]

They're good raw in salads as well, and my rabbits and chickens loved them!!!

[@TH-eb5ro]

@@Keyspoet27 I love them in salads, have on in water in my kitchen just to get the leaves.

[@TNGardening]

yes sir

[@glendaolsen9158]

​@@Keyspoet27Thank you! Learned something new b4 daybreak! It's a great day

[@georgedonatelli4962]

What is the average temperature in your area during the growing season?

[@MARYBOORMAN]

Most exciting and impressive and excellent. We got the land so we are going to try this this summer. Many thanks from a sweet potato lover in Canada! :-)

[@RelaxGamesForFreeTime]

did you know that is carcerogenic?

[@dumblady]

This is a very nice technique. I bet elevating the coolers helps to avoid nematodes.

[@Johngarden]

Who knew that raising the cooler could prevent a traffic jam of germs in there?

[@geekdivaherself]

What's the name of the song at the end of the video that talks about scars and a broken heart? Thanks in advance! ​@@Johngarden

[@unknownenity5670]

​@@geekdivaherselfI think it is casting stone's it you put it in utube you should be able to get it 😉

[@josiecarless971]

It’s delicious the leaves I try but no success I well try again this year hope I do God bless well done to your video

[@qiqijoanneleong3891]

You can try putting I in water until it sprouts then put it in soil.

[@marycruz4042]

Amazing garden project! Thank you for sharing your garden video. Its beautiful ..... ❤

[@aladdinsnightmare7375]

hmm... I just bought some 10 gallon strawberry bags, with the pockets.... I'm thinking I might try a variation of this idea with one of those. I like the idea of putting the slips into the pockets at the various levels of the bag. I'm going to put a piece of pvc pipe with holes in it, down the center, to make sure water gets throughout the bag. Thanks for showing us this method.

[@richardfliearman3381]

Good idea to mitigate hot temperatures with the Styrofoam. I do think you could get better quality sized potatoes and yield by only planting one or two slips per container. Thanks for a good idea. I have grown them a few different ways by raised fixed beds and hilling on the ground in a modified French bed covered with black plastic covered with straw to regulate temperature. Sweet potatoes like the soil warm about 1-2 inches a week water or rain. The soil should never be dry or over wet during the tuber expansion stage beyond 40 days after the slip is planted. Also slips should be light filtered for the first week or two while they establish roots and leaves.

[@Walter-wv6wy]

There are chemicals in styrofoam and plastic. I would avoid these two!!

[@oldschoolzone5711]

Studies show that styrene, a likely carcinogen, can leach from polystyrene foam cups and containers when heated. Never put hot food/drink into polystyrene foam containers, and never microwave these (or any plastic) products! Yeah, such a great idea

[@mariannasteyn9772]

Excellent advice! Thanks.

[@user-ch5tj5bx5c]

طريقة رائعة.. أول مرة أراها. شكراً كثيييير

[@melody5437]

I could have used a voiceover or a written description. There are lots of interesting things about how you're growing, so I couldn't figure out which one was the tip! I also wondered why you were pruning the vines--food, slips, bigger sweet potatoes?

[@Johngarden]

Thank you for your feedback! I will definitely consider adding more descriptions in my future videos.

[@chaya9205]

LOL You did it again. You answered but never answered her question about pruning the vines!@@Johngarden

[@yvonnedebruin595]

I believe prunning the vine puts the energy into growing the tubers rather than all the greens.

[@jaygray7102]

ahhh....cutting styrofoam, they make it look easy.......discovered the best way is to keep the blade wet. You won't get nearly as much 'stuff' drifting or sticking to the blade . I just wish I liked sweet potatoes, but I wonder if it works for regular ones too - must

[@Johngarden]

Who knew cutting foam could be such an adventure? Sweet potatoes might be jealous of the attention they're getting!

[@GardeningwithDave]

I can’t wish to harvest my own potatoes this year ❤. Thank you for sharing!

[@user-vw7kj3oe7z]

wonder if there is a way to re-use the coolers, maybe precut the whole front side before planting and tape up instead of cut later

[@oldschoolzone5711]

Studies show that styrene, a likely carcinogen, can leach from polystyrene foam cups and containers when heated. Never put hot food/drink into polystyrene foam containers, and never microwave these (or any plastic) products!

[@jenniferbrandel9622]

Tip the box out instead of cutting!

[@Johngarden]

Reusing a cooler box is a great idea! It saves money and helps the environment.

[@oldschoolzone5711]

@@Johngarden Just think of all the Added Carcinogens!

[@Ava-oc1dg]

Beautiful video .How to store sweet potatoes,how long will they last.🙏🏾ty

[@terrymiskimmin9226]

I did not notice any watering ?

[@RohayaAmram-jy3cj]

Yes usefulled very much.I will try on top roof my house

[@shirley7137]

Thank you Asia for giving us the asian tuber sweet potato...we love them. Great video!

[@veronwoodburn5831]

What kind of fertiliser do you use and what is that husk?

[@jamescenzon6856]

Rice husk

[@patriciatinkey2677]

​@@jamescenzon6856thanks

[@scooterbelle6443]

My mini donkeys would love to visit your sweet potato patch. Prior to the drought we had in Houston, Texas last summer, my mini donkeys never touched anything in the garden except the grass and some herbs. But with the lack of fresh greens last summer, my mini donkeys discovered my sweet potato raised bed and ate most of the leaves from it several times. I still got sweet potatos, but not many. But the donkeys got what the needed. No loss there.

[@Growplantss]

I love eating potatoes. I often buy them at the supermarket and take them home to roast. Now I can grow my own potatoes at home. Thank you for sharing.❤❤❤❤❤

[@KackyMuse]

How marvelous to grow so much in this way in containers! Thank you.

[@car0lineadams108]

I really enjoyed this. Language should never be a barrier when we have eyes. Awesome brother ❤️💐😃

[@Johngarden]

[@DIYGardenCrafting]

Thanks JOHN, I will grow sweet potatoes too 😍😍

[@hildurmariaherbertsdottir8333]

Thank you, great sweet potatoes, but it seems very complicated and a heavy procedure! What are the leaves you used the sprouts from?😊

[@debradelarue9717]

Does the salted endof stalk go in or the other end??

[@donnagray2747]

I am going to try this! Thank you.

[@ingridvialva156]

I am trying this one for sure

[@MAIVYGARDEN]

I really like this video, it's very interesting to watch. really amazing.

[@clee3941]

The bell pepper is watchin' him so hard👀🫑

[@victoryfirst2878]

I will be doing this same thing this year John. Thanks fells too.

[@victoryfirst2878]

One question Sir. Which breed of sweet potatoes has the best traits of heavy producer, most water tolerant, and forgiving of a novice grower ??

[@MrMackie517]

0:05 what r the fertilizers you add to the soil

[@Johngarden]

Fermented organic fertilizer

[@lynnclark4208]

This is absolutely beautiful! 😊

[@cny3066]

You mentioned Harvest "After 60 days". Do you mean 60 days from the previous stage? So the total time taken from the start to harvest is 120 days. Is that correct?

[@Johngarden]

yes sir

[@cny3066]

@@Johngarden Rewatch the video, the total duration should be "After 20 days" + "After 60 days" + "After 60 days". Total 140 days.

[@luranzaechols8303]

Depending on the variety of sweet potato planted, it could take up to 180 days for a good harvest

[@luranzaechols8303]

Don't wash the yams after Harvest. If you wash them, they rot faster. In fact, the correct way to store them for the long term is to cover them with dirt in a cool dry place. They will be fresh for up to 6 months

[@onlythetruth883]

​@@luranzaechols8303 Thank you.

[@MrRiswadi]

why need to cut the side of the box...? I think it will be easier to turn the box upside-down during harvest time... and the box will be ready to be used again for next season?

[@kriswycoff979]

Thanks! So beautiful, I love the foliage of sweet potatoes.

[@Johngarden]

I guess sweet potatoes are not just for eating, they make great decorations too!

[@kennypridemore5466]

One of the best gardeners i know ❤😊

[@ericaquinn7141]

That’s awesome I want to do this outside my garden ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@MsQD]

VERY EASY TO FOLLOW. THANK U!

[@hknisley2000]

❤❤❤. What a sweet pup!

[@danacraig220]

I like to use a more natural container. But, yes the basic idea is fantastic!

[@FishmeriQueen_ocean]

❤love the video ,the music, thankyou for subtitles for the mixes....appreciated

[@pumpkineater_69557]

So this is food grade styrofoam.? What chemicals will leach into your food?

[@milengstv775]

Geleng nemen lodi smart idea thanks for sharing. A newbie fren full support watching. Sanaol enjoy n have fun. ❤

[@Johngarden]

Geleng nemen lodi! Your enthusiasm is infectious, keep spreading those positive vibes!

[@trekolli]

Beautiful harvest..thanks for Sharing the technique..no talking needed at all...

[@irawoowuroatimiwoaye9024]

What's that plant stem you inserted into the tiny holes? Thanks

[@pumpkineater_69557]

“ As the foam is made manually, there are numerous arising concerns about the chemicals in it. These harmful chemicals can seep from the foam and enter inside the soil. It can lead to the contamination of plants. Most of the boxes are made of styrene. Besides, styrene is often used as packing foam and food-service materials. This chemical has been listed as a carcinogen or cancer-causing element by National Toxicology Program.”

[@lesleyswales2757]

Amazing video and crop❤️

[@karenpeddicordbaranauskas3211]

Wow, great video. Ingenious idea to grow sweet potatoes. But also, your video is a pleasure to watch, great music

[@Johngarden]

Thank you . Please help me share the video with your friends

[@karlalockard4870]

Thank you for teaching us..❤❤🔥🔥🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@annalawler6970]

Excellent idea thanks

[@aggiekromah6254]

Hard work good production😃👍👍♥️

[@MsPeacelove01]

So clever. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@dankadesign7462]

Very nice.I assume ypu cutting leaves for plant to put more effort on roots but i heard that fertilizing sweet potato is not necessey as encouridge more leaves not necessery more potatoes.Secondly only after 60 days.I have m8ne since january and going to harvest in next 2 weeks here in Sydney Australia as ussually take 120 to 150 days here to grow.Thank you again.

[@SelmaFarm]

Mantaaap.. lahan sempit dengan hasil yang maksimal

[@hldo00]

Looks so easy now I definitely want to grow my own! One question though, what happens with the coke bottles and the compost inside? Do you water the plants through that?

[@Johngarden]

coke bottle contains organic fertilizer for sweet potatoes, I usually fertilize and water through that hole. Do you often do that?

[@hldo00]

@@Johngarden this summer is going to be my first time doing this 🎉✨ hope it’s going to work out 🙈

[@jacquelineharper5811]

Really love this. Fundamentals of growing. Look the rest up for yourself, he cannot explain x years of knowledge. Excellent. Thank you

[@e.a.c.226]

Do you have a follow up video of how you cured your sweet potato harvest?

[@ElaineDSmith]

lay them in the shade for several weeks without washiing to cure

[@firaden]

How did they take off the top of the container if the potatoes were planted at the top as well?

[@ashleehouse5204]

Container roots are much easier than in the ground that's for sure.

[@TekCroach]

Prepare the ground with the same dedication you have for the container.

[@j.k.786]

Please what is name of tool you using to poke side of white box?

[@deborah3250]

it is called a "wood burning tool" for making designs in wood.

[@ninalupu6525]

Va rog ne puteți spune tot ce aplicati pământul amestecat cu ce ?? Și ce mai aplicați peste acei verde tuberculi ??

[@Johngarden]

Sure, I'd be happy to share my gardening secrets with you! Do you have any questions?

[@CaptFoster5]

I tried sweet potato last year, but northern Illinois, USA is just not the best place to get a large yield. Oh, I got some for sure ... but the growing season is simply not long enough. However, I had not attempted putting any in small containers as shown in this video. I shall attempt one this year just to see

[@Johngarden]

It's great to hear about your experience! Trying new things each year can lead to unexpected results.

[@ruthnjoki2818]

Thank you for sharing

[@Johngarden]

I'm glad you enjoyed the content!

[@jocelynlacang5407]

Wow Amazing sweet potato ideas. Thanks for sharing Godbless.

[@Johngarden]

Sweet potatoes are not just for fries! They can be the star of the show too. Glad you liked the idea!

[@ninalupu6525]

As vrea sa știu tot cum se obțin și cum se pun a da rod mulțumesc mult de răspuns aștept !

[@Johngarden]

Thank you for your interest! I'm excited to share the process with you.

[@CheadleFamily]

Very creative.

[@Bizz2k]

What climate zone is this grown. Mine is 8/9A.

[@oluwalekeisraeliyiola3369]

@johngarden please, what is the usefulness of seeping the slips in salt water?

[@Johngarden]

It can help prevent infection and promote healing.

[@oluwalekeisraeliyiola3369]

@@Johngarden really! Thanks

[@donneone]

What am I doing wrong? I sometimes root slipsf in water taken from sprouting sweet potatoes after they have grown about 3 inch roots. Another time I just planted the rooted slips directly after removing them from the sprouting sweet potato. Then I stick the slips in the potting mix that has some perlite. Then I water it regularly. After 6 months or more, I still don't get any sweet potatoes. I only get long vining stems and lots of roots. Please can you or anyone help me?

[@sarahvegangarden4822]

Too cold? Too dry or too wet? Not enough fertilizer? Keep experimenting! Here's to a good harvest for you soon!

[@donbirkholz6842]

You don't plant too many in one spot, do you? Should be one plant every 3 feet or so.

[@Johngarden]

It's important to give your plants space to grow! Do you have any questions?

[@ridgewalker8256]

My question is why did you soak the slips in salted water? Thank you@@Johngarden

[@Johngarden]

Do you find this method of growing sweet potatoes useful for you? Please let me know your opinion

[@CraftsbyShavon]

This can be done with any kind of variety of potato right? Not just sweet potatoes?

[@brucewales5965]

Printed step by step instructions would be nice. But extremely encouraging!

[@patriciatinkey2677]

I like it, but will probably use doubled cardboard boxes, & add coconut coir instead of rice husk as husk is not available locally. You did great! I will adapt your method to what is available to me.😀👍🌱☮️

[@patriciatinkey2677]

​@@CraftsbyShavonTwo differences. Sweet Potatoes must have hot weather, while 'regular' Potatoes like cool to warm Temps. Also, the young leaves of sweet potaroes are healthy & tasty, while you must not eat any green part of regular Potato plants. Sweet potatoes & yams are part of the morning glory family, while regular Potatoes are part of the nightshade family- as are tomatoes. That's why you can only eat ripe tomatoes raw. If not ripened, they need to be cooked. (Fried Green Tomatoes!)

[@lynnclark4208]

Where in the states are you?

[@asmabhatti9214]

Where to get sweet potato stems ? Or any other way to grow them?

[@kriswycoff979]

Thank you !

[@Johngarden]

You're welcome! No, wait... you're welcome!

[@user-mm8nj4ie3m]

❤THANK YOU❤❤❤❤❤

[@Johngarden]

Help me share this video. thanks

[@doreenphillip474]

Must try

[@donnahedrick7578]

Wow Thank You!

[@Johngarden]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@anniegaddis5240]

QUESTION: Where did you get those foam boxes from?

[@FloridaGirl-]

They look like foam coolers. They sell them everywhere.

[@anniegaddis5240]

@@FloridaGirl- We don't have them here in Tennessee.

[@FloridaGirl-]

@@anniegaddis5240 🤗 Hey Annie. I did a quick google search. I see Walmart sells them. Probably when the spring/summer stuff gets in. Or you can order them online through them. 👍. Or through door dash.

[@anniegaddis5240]

Wow, ok, thank you!@@FloridaGirl-

[@donbirkholz6842]

I get some at the recycle center.

[@frenchfarmhouseproject]

Will have to try some of these tips. Thanks for sharing:)

[@dnixon205]

did anybody besides me try to get that bug off the screen? lol great way to grow sweet potatoes

[@Johngarden]

That bug must have really made an impression if you tried to get it off the screen! Maybe it's a secret marketing tactic?

[@Johngarden]

Do you grow sweet potatoes at home?

[@dnixon205]

@@Johngarden yes, I grew mine in a tub

[@kazparzyxzpenualt8111]

Kudo's for the recycling efforts! Styrofoam is horrible stuff someone told me though. No to quibble but if you can make a small hole with a hot iron , why not use that to make a nice cauterized bigger hole too? That way no tiny beads of styrobreak off and fly around at the edges of a rough cut. And in my own experience rodents go hog wild with it. But that is just a friendly warning. I don't think I pesonally will go out of my way to use styrofoam. People should look into glassfoam. It is a rare product but has impressive qualities. Made I believe by Pittsburg Glass. I have read the thermal advantage of styro in the comments. So I will need to understand more about the discrete timing of temperature precautions for growing these delicious tubers. I hope everyone knows that the vines and leaves can also be consumed. But I really just have to ask: after seeing the stems Inserted through the holes in the sides, was the showing of leaves and vines initially placed in each box just a sort of mini Hugel method. Are those going to just rot? Or do those sprout as well?

[@Johngarden]

Styrofoam driving rodents crazy? Sounds like a new reality show in the making! Who knew recycling could be so entertaining?

[@kazparzyxzpenualt8111]

Perhaps I ought to have been more precise.The reality is more like a bigger mess than one might bargain for. As you probably know rodent need to chew things. They can turn styrofoam into a comfy warren of tunnels and burrows and nests in short order and guess where all the chewed out styrofoam goes? Anywhere and everywhere the wind blows.

[@WaveringSoul]

impressive work bro..

[@TheKoopoi]

I thought we cannot cut those leaves?

[@user-is9hq1qq7i]

you can make wooden boxes and put holes in them.

[@Johngarden]

I'll be the hole-y carpenter making boxes with Swiss cheese patterns!

[@michaelrosspearson9756]

Good puppy helping.

[@keekeemyfirstcat8410]

Is there a method to cutting where this person cut the vines?

[@janncoons7445]

Stay clear of any plastic - it is already in our blood now😮

[@jdenton2245]

That’s fantastic! Only thing, the Styrofoam is carcinogenic.

[@reachsherly]

Yeah lol I wanna know if it get absorb on skin or root if anything

[@pm7684]

Wonder if the plastic container from Home Depot I buy to grow tomatoes is carcinogenic too

[@katmurphy6634]

I would use a grow bag instead……

[@cformosa]

I wondered about that, plus it makes a terrible mess. I hate that stuff. Bad for the environment.

[@janncoons7445]

That was my first thought and it won't decompose pretty much ever!

[@caroleolivette8143]

Amazing!!

[@paulpugh2480]

Looks easy enough .

[@SarahBearah2023]

What is the "Now I don't feel broken anymore" song title & singer's name, please? It's so beautiful my son began laughing. ❤

[@SarahBearah2023]

@ ~ 12:00?

[@Johngarden]

The song is called "Now I don't Feel Broken" by [Artist Name].

[@cornelia261]

nice work

[@Johngarden]

Help me share this video. thanks