(at this point, if you mash in a bowl, you can put the potatoes back in the pot the cooked in, turn on a low heat and stir for about a minute to remove any excess water). not only that, but the grow system keeps them in the jacket for more than one season. - it's bigger, quite a lot bigger in-fact. all within a rugged, gray metal scoop box (18" x 12" x 3"). your own personal natural talent and kindness in maneuvering all the things was very useful. 