POTATO King Edward
POTATO King Edward
King Edward potatoes boast a rich heritage dating back to the early 20th century. Loved for their smooth, creamy texture and exceptional taste, they have stood the test of time as a culinary favourite.
Whether you prefer roasting, mashing, frying, or baking, King Edward potatoes excel in a variety of culinary applications. Easy to Grow King Edward potatoes are known for their adaptability and ease of cultivation.
Key Features:
• Very popular Main Crop variety
• Good flavour and floury texture
• Perfect for Boil, Bake, Mash, Chip & Roast
• Harvest: August/September
Planting:
• Plant in well-draining soil with good sunlight as soon as the risk of frosts have passed (March – May)
• Raise shallow ridges 60cm/24” apart and plant the seed potatoes into the ridges at 12cm/5” deep and 22cm/9” apart
• If the potatoes have been chitted, be careful not to damage the chits
• When the plants are at about 20cm/8” tall, draw soil up around the lower leaves
• Water consistently and monitor for pests as needed.
• Harvest when the foliage turns yellow, indicating maturity.