Charlotte Potatoes 2KG

Charlotte potatoes, acclaimed as the UK's favourite salad potato variety, stand out with their elongated shape, vibrant yellow skins, and firm, waxy yellow flesh. Ideal for boiling and adding to salads, their unique culinary qualities and robust flavour contribute to their popularity. Recognized for their superior resistance to both foliage and tuber blight, Charlotte seed potatoes are cherished for their excellent cooking characteristics and are consistently packed with taste, whether served hot or cold.

Very good levels of foliage and tuber blight resistance.

PREPARATION:

Choose a place in the garden which has not been used to grow garlic, onions, shallots or leeks for at least two years. The soil should be open, well drained and not have been manured for at least one year.

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS:

Each potato should be 35cm from the next, with rows spaced 70cm apart. Always make sure the eyes are facing upwards. Drills should be 15cm deep.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

Water well in dry spells.

HARVESTING INSTRUCTIONS:

Harvest June-July. Dig up mature potatoes and store them in a cool, dry and dark location. Potatoes can be stored for several months. Tip: when harvesting, remove all foliage and small potatoes from the soil and discard, to avoid diseases on next year’s crop.

Plant as soon as possible after purchase. Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place until planting. Keep free from frost.

Grown from cultivated stock.