Description

Potatoes Eigenheimer is a mid season variety often chosen by customers who like an old fashioned potato with a distinct shape and strong eating quality. It is typically associated with a drier, floury texture that suits mashing, baking and hearty cooking. The mid season timing makes it a good bridge between very early salad types and late maincrop storage varieties.

Growing season is mid. Plant March to April after chitting. Use a well drained bed and avoid over rich fresh manure, as this can increase scab and rough skins. Earth up as the plants grow and keep weeds controlled, as competition reduces tuber size. Harvest is usually July into August once the crop has finished bulking and foliage begins to fade. It can be stored for a period if cured and kept cool, though most customers will treat it as a mid season eating potato rather than a long winter keeper.