Growing Sweet Potatos
By Afban
London,
United Kingdom 
Has anyone grown Sweet Potatos successfully? I would love to grow some on my allotment this year - does anyone have and tips? I've found that I have heard that it's recommended that you plant them under black plastic to keep the soild warm when planting outdoors. Any other suggestions?
Thank you.
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