Spud Virgin.. what is the best type?

[DIG4VICTORY]

Hey everyone..

I’m keen to grow potatoes on the patio using the sacks you can buy..

Does anyone have any advice as what type of potatoes would be best suited to this method or is the easiest to grow for a Spud Virgin?

Also I already have one of those pop up bins made out of a tough material.. could i use this? If so any tips?

Thanks!

[greendean]

hi there spud virgin

early potatoes your best for containers or salad varieties

charlotte are especially good. so are nicola, juliette, all the girls names really

look here for some info
http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...oes_29031.html

or straight from the horsee mouthee as you say

http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...tml#post401822

[DIG4VICTORY]

Thanks Greendean... my GARDENing Agel!

[Alice]

Welcome to the Vine Dig4Victory.
If you want to grow your potatoes in containers salad potatoes are best. Something like Charlotte will do well for you and be ready for eating about 13 weeks after planting.
Here's some of mine from last year.

[shirlthegirl43]

There are loads of threads relating to growing spuds in containers. Use the search facility to help out.

As to the spud to grow - what sort of spuds do you enjoy eating and what do you do most with spuds? Answering those questions should start you on your way to choosing the best spud for you to grow.

[DIG4VICTORY]

Welcome to the Vine Dig4Victory.
If you want to grow your potatoes in containers salad potatoes are best. Something like Charlotte will do well for you and be ready for eating about 13 weeks after planting.
Here's some of mine from last year.
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Wow! They are lovely! I'm scared of failing all this growing my own Veg malarkey but its so exciting and reassuring seeing peoples successes

It does make me wonder why i have been buying stuff from a supermarket when I enjoy gardening anyway... Just never thought of conbining the two??