newbiee Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 has anybody had any success growing sweet potatoes (for potatoes, not vines) from a potato bought form a supermarket?Or does one need to buy slips?Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clair Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Some pointers on this thread: http://www.completefrance.com/cs/forums/1450265/ShowPost.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berlioz Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I had loads this year (as per previous thread) even in big buckets as we moved house in the summer. All from supermarket ones gently washed (to remove anti-sprouting coating) then put in a warm place (on top of the fridge) to sprout either half in compost or water.I pulled the sprouts off when about 10cm high and put them in a glass of water until I could see roots then potted up them up, planting out after the last frost. They are very easy but they must be 'cured' in a warm place, like onions after harvest and kept frost free. I'm just about to start some for this year as we eat a lot and they are very expensive at the supermarket! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me0wp00 Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 Very exciting, i'll be off buying some sweet potatoes tomorrow ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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