Saxon Second Early Seed Potatoes (Pack of 10)

Saxon Second Early Seed Potatoes are available as a Taster Pack of 10 and produce high yields of tasty potatoes that are perfect for steaming, sautéing, boiling and baking. This all-rounder in the kitchen has a wonderful flavour and maintains a good texture when boiled or baked.

In addition to the large crop and good taste of these potatoes, it also has notably good disease resistance and consistent growth. This has been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society who have awarded it their prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

A great all-rounder, Saxon seed potatoes are a delight to grow and eat and have the added benefit of being suitable for long-term storage.

How to plant
Before 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.

Second Early potato tubers, such as Saxon, should be planted outside from March onwards, 10cm deep and 20cm apart in a line.

Once planted, draw soil up around new shoots to protect them from frost damage and prolong the growing time. Earthing up in this way also protects developing potatoes from sunlight which causes them to turn green and poisonous. Keep potatoes well-watered during warm weather.

How to harvest
When ready to harvest, approximately 14-16 weeks after planting, cut back the 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

• Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit
• Pack size: Taster bag of 10
• When to plant: March
• When to harvest: June, July
• 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