Tell-tale gardener's sign food item will 'always' grow in compost
A gardener has shared a clever method to use sprouted potatoes to grow new ones.
With the cost of living crisis in full swing, many people are looking to find ways to help their pennies stretch.
While forgetting to use up your potatoes may seem like a financial loss, you can make the most of it by using sprouted potatoes to help you grow new ones.
Gardening expert Simon Akeroyd has shared an easy and effective way to grow potatoes from supermarket-bought spuds that have started sprouting in your cupboard.
According to Akeroyd, if your potatoes are sprouting, they're ready to grow in compost, providing a simple way to cultivate your own crop at home.
Forgotten potatoes found at the back of the cupboard often have sprouts, indicating they are ready to grow.
Instead of throwing them away, Akeroyd advises turning these spuds into a productive part of your garden.
Prepare the Potatoes:
Take the sprouted potatoes and place them in a compost bin or pot.
Cover with Compost:
Add more compost on top of the potatoes to cover them completely.
Find a Sunny Spot:
Position the compost bin or pot on a sunny patio, which will provide the warmth and light needed for the potatoes to grow.
Earth Them Up:
As the potato plants start to grow, it's essential to 'earth them up'.
This involves adding more compost around the base of the plants.
This process helps conserve moisture and prevents the potatoes near the surface from turning green.
Harvesting Time:
Your potatoes will be ready for harvesting shortly after the plants flower.
At this point, you can dig them up and enjoy your homegrown produce.
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This method not only makes use of otherwise wasted food but also provides a rewarding gardening experience.
“If they are sprouting in your cupboard, then they will grow in compost,” he assured his followers.
By following these steps, anyone can enjoy the satisfaction of growing their own potatoes, even if they start with nothing more than sprouted spuds from the supermarket.
