Twister Main Crop Seed Potatoes (2kg Bag)

A 2kg bag of Twister Main Crop Seed Potatoes produces high yields of disease and virus-resistant tubers that are excellent for storing. The yellow skin and flesh have a firm texture that is a great choice for making a range of culinary dishes. From boiling, baking and mushing, you won’t tire of these delicious potatoes.

This tempting potato has smooth skins and light yellow flesh that make it rewarding to grow, while its firm texture makes it a joy to cook with.

Planting Guide

We recommend planting Main Crop potato tubers, such as Twister, outside during March or April, 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.

Main Crop Seed Potatoes require a much longer growing time in the ground and would benefit from an added fertiliser during the summer months.

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)
• When to plant: March, April, May
• When to harvest: September, October
• Planting depth: 10-15cm/4-6″
• Spacing: 20-30cm/8-12″
• Soil type: Moist but well-drained
• Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
• Sunlight: Full sun