{"product_id":"pentland-javelin-first-early-seed-potatoes","title":"Pentland Javelin First Early Seed Potatoes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentland Javelin Seed Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are an excellent all-rounder to enjoy in a range of culinary dishes. They have white skin, short oval tubers and pure white flesh that has a firm but waxy texture, giving it a wonderful mild-tasting flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their good resistance to potato scab, mild mosaic virus, slugs and bruising, Pentland Javelin Seed Potatoes keep their shape well through cooking and are ideal for boiling, steaming, salads and sautéing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf planted in March then they will be ready for harvest approximately 10-12 weeks later around June and July. Alternatively, they can be planted later in the year, during the summer, for a harvest through autumn and Christmas, just in time for the Christmas dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 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.\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\u003ch2\u003eHow to harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ready to harvest, cut back the 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\u003ePack size: Taster pack of 10, 2kg bag (16-28 tubers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to harvest: June, July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting depth: 10cm\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb spacing: 20cm\/8\"\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":"Pack of 10","offer_id":56082242535749,"sku":"1013625","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":56082242568517,"sku":"1013581","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/taylors-vac418-pentland-javelin-2kg-bag.jpg?v=1766139637","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/pentland-javelin-first-early-seed-potatoes","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}