{"product_id":"twister-seed-potatoes","title":"Twister Main Crop Seed Potatoes (2kg Bag)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e2kg bag of Twister Main Crop Seed Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e produces high yields of disease and virus-resistant tubers that are excellent for storing. The yellow skin and flesh have a firm texture that is a great choice for making a range of culinary dishes. From boiling, baking and mushing, you won’t tire of these delicious potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tempting potato has smooth skins and light yellow flesh that make it rewarding to grow, while its firm texture makes it a joy to cook with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend planting Main Crop potato tubers, such as Twister, outside during March or 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\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: 2kg Bag (16-28 tubers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: March, April, May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to harvest: 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\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylors Bulbs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082359320901,"sku":"1215654","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/b82b21d8-Taylors-Twister-Seed-Potatoe-2kg-Bag-Product-Image.jpg?v=1761657727","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/twister-seed-potatoes","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}