{"product_id":"red-duke-of-york-first-early-seed-potatoes","title":"Red Duke of York First Early Seed Potatoes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Duke of York Seed Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are a heritage variety that was introduced in 1942 and is one of the few red First Early potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red skins and creamy white flesh inside, makes this First Early variety a superb overall winner in the kitchen. Mash, bake and boil them or even roast them for a Sunday dinner they are wonderful to enjoy in a wide range of culinary dishes. This reliable variety has also been awarded the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit for its robust and healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Duke of York Seed Potatoes can be harvested between June and July.\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\u003eBritish grown Seed Potatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA heritage variety, ideal for baking, boiling, chipping and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend planting First Early potato tubers, such as Red Duke of York, outside from March onwards, 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\u003eHarvesting Guide\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\u003ePack size: Taster bag of 10 tubers, 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to harvest: May, June\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":"Kapiteyn","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":56082244698437,"sku":"1214161","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":56082244731205,"sku":"1157927","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/8a67ffed-red-duke-of-york-first-early-seed-potatoes-2kg.webp?v=1761657481","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/red-duke-of-york-first-early-seed-potatoes","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}