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Main Crop
King Edward Seed Potatoes are a classic maincrop variety, well-loved for their exceptional flavour and versatility in the kitchen. With their creamy white flesh and distinctive pale red skin, King Edward potatoes have a light, fluffy texture that makes them perfect for roasting, baking, mashing, and even chipping. Their excellent taste and reliable performance have made them a favourite among British gardeners for generations.
Key Features:
Maincrop Variety: King Edward potatoes typically mature in around 20 weeks, producing a plentiful harvest for late summer and autumn.
Superb Taste: Known for their light, fluffy texture and rich flavour, these potatoes excel in a variety of dishes, particularly roast potatoes and crispy chips.
High Yield: This variety is known for its high productivity, providing a generous crop of large, uniform tubers.
Versatile Use: King Edward potatoes are incredibly versatile, making them a great choice for multiple cooking methods, from creamy mash to golden roasts.
Growing Instructions:
Plant maincrop potatoes from March. Before planting, 'chit' the seed potatoes by setting them out in a cool, bright position (around 10°C / 50°F) to allow them to sprout.
When planting maincrop potatoes in the ground, avoid areas where potatoes have grown for two consecutive years to reduce the risk of disease. Choose a sheltered position in full sun with moist, well-drained soil, and incorporate plenty of well-rotted manure. Plant the seed potatoes in rows, spacing them 45cm (18") apart with rows set out 75cm (2', 6") apart. Place the seed potatoes into 10cm (4") deep trenches and cover them with soil. When shoots reach 20cm (8"), mound soil around them, leaving just a few centimetres visible. Repeat this process after three weeks.
For limited space, consider growing potatoes in bags. Fill an 8-litre potato bag with quality compost mixed with well-rotted manure, leaving some space at the top. Carefully place a single chitted tuber with the shoots pointing upwards at a depth of 12cm (5") from the soil surface. Position the bags in a sunny area and water regularly to keep the compost moist.
By following these guidelines, you’ll soon enjoy a bountiful harvest of King Edward Seed Potatoes, perfect for all your culinary needs!
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