Marfona Second Early Seed Potatoes

Marfona Seed Potatoes consistently produce a high yield of golden textured, white tubers.

Ideal for baking, boiling and making chips, Marfona Seed Potatoes can be harvested between July and September.

• 2kg bag of Marfona Seed Potatoes (16-28 tubers)
• British grown Seed Potatoes
• An excellent general use Second Early

Planting Guide

We recommend planting Second Early potato tubers, such as Marfona, outside from March onwards, 10cm deep and 20cm apart in a line. Leave at least 30cm between lines to allow growing space.

Prior to planting, encourage Seed Potatoes to sprout by placing them on a cool, bright windowsill for 4-6 weeks. This process is known as ‘chitting’ and will help prepare the potato tuber for going in the ground.

Once planted, ‘earth up’ the potatoes by drawing the soil up around new shoots to protect them from frost damage and prolong the growing time. Earthing up also protects developing potatoes from sunlight which causes them to turn green and poisonous. Keep potatoes well watered during warm weather.

Harvesting Guide

When ready to harvest, cut back haulms (plant stalks) to ground level before gently lifting the plant up with a garden fork.

Carefully remove the potatoes from the plant and wash well before use in the kitchen.

Details

• Pack size: 2kg bag (16-28 tubers)
• Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit
• When to plant: March, April
• When to harvest: June, July, August
• Planting depth: 10cm/4″
• Bulb spacing: 20cm/8″
• Soil type: Moist but well-drained
• Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
• Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
• Hardiness: Tolerant of low temperatures but will not survive being frozen