{"product_id":"pentland-dell-main-crop-seed-potatoes","title":"Pentland Dell Main Crop Seed Potatoes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentland Dell Main Crop Seed Potatoes \u003c\/strong\u003eare a disease and slug resistant variety that produces large oval-shaped tubers that are excellent for baking, chipping and roasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its good disease resistance, delicious taste and versatile use in the kitchen, it is no wonder that this is a popular choice for large scale producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducing good yields, we recommend planting Pentland Dell from March\/April so it is ready to harvest in June\/ July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentland Dell Main Crop Seed Potatoes available as a taster pack of 10 tubers and a 2kg bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for baking, chipping and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood disease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend planting Main Crop potato tubers, such as Pentland Dell, outside between March and April, 10cm deep and 20cm apart in a line. Leave 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 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\u003cp\u003eMain Crop Seed Potatoes require a much longer growing time in the ground and would benefit from an added fertiliser during the summer months.\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 use in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Pack of 10, 2kg bag (16-28 tubers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: March, April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to harvest: June, July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting depth: 10-15cm\/4-6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb spacing: 30-37cm\/12-15\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil type: Moist but well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun, Partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Tolerant of low temperatures but will not survive being frozen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylors Bulbs","offers":[{"title":"2kg","offer_id":56082245321029,"sku":"1013611","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":56082245353797,"sku":"1214168","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/3f22ef9c-Taylors-Pentland-Del-Seed-Potatoes-2kg-bag-product-imagel.jpg?v=1761657482","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/pentland-dell-main-crop-seed-potatoes","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}