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A popular and reliable variety, a 2kg bag of Pentland Javelin First Early Seed Potatoes grows high yields of oval tubers with a creamy white flesh, that hold their shape well when cooked. Perfect for boiling, steaming, sauteing and adding to salads, that can be enjoyed in a wide range of homecooked dishes.
Known for its excellent resistance to disease, this delicious variety is a good all-round performer that will grow plenty of tubers to enjoy throughout the season.
How to plant
When planting potatoes, such as Pentland Javelin, wait until March onwards and plant 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.
How to harvest
When ready to harvest, cut back the 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
- 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
