{"product_id":"orla-first-early-seed-potatoes","title":"Orla Main Crop Seed Potatoes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrla Main Crop Seed Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e produce high yields of tasty potatoes that are perfect for enjoying in a range of culinary dishes. From boiling, baking, mashing and chipping, these potatoes will taste delicious. In addition to this, Orla seed potatoes can be grown as a First Early or Main Crop, if planted slightly later or left to bulk up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are known for their excellent resistance to diseases, such as potato blight on tubers and potato virus. Orla potatoes also have good resistance to bruising and can tolerate drought. This reliability, as well as the delicious taste of the potatoes, make Orla an excellent choice for organic gardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as a pack of 10 or a 2kg bag (16-28 tubers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as a First Early or Main Crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent choice for the organic grower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrla Seed Potatoes should be planted outside from March onwards, 10cm deep and 20cm apart in a line, leaving at least 30cm between lines to allow growing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior 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 to prepare the potato tuber for going in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ready to harvest, cut back haulms (plant stalks) to ground level before gently lifting the plant up with a garden fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully remove the potatoes from the plant and wash well before using in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: Available as a pack of 10 or a 2kg bag (16-28 tubers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: March, April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to harvest: July, August, September, October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting depth: 10-15cm\/4-6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing: 20-30cm\/8-12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil type: Moist but well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: Acid, Neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Tolerant of low temperatures but will not survive being frozen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kapiteyn","offers":[{"title":"2kg","offer_id":56082244927813,"sku":"1157952","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":56082244960581,"sku":"1214167","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/2d59905c-orla-main-crop-seed-potatoes-2kg.webp?v=1761657481","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/orla-first-early-seed-potatoes","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}