Late Season Potatoes – more info
Late season potatoes are grown from tubers that have been stored at a precise temperature to keep them dormant until they are sent to you between June and late July. Grow them after you’ve finished harvesting your second earlies. Check out the Suttons blog for detailed advice on how to grow potatoes, and enjoy your winter crop! To help choose the best potatoes for you, read these FAQs below:
Which late-season potatoes are best for December harvesting (second cropping)?
Several varieties here are excellent for a later harvest. Look for Potatoes ‘Charlotte’ (Second Cropping), ‘Jazzy’ (Second Cropping), ‘Maris Peer’ (Second Cropping), and ‘Potato Pentland Javelin’ (Second Cropping). These are ideal potatoes for harvesting in December, including for your Christmas table.
Which potatoes are good all-rounders?
Potato ‘Marfona’ and Potato ‘Wilja’ are often described as good all-rounders, performing well in various cooking methods including boiling, mashing, and roasting. Potato ‘Nadine’ is also a versatile spud.
Which late season potato is best for roasting and baking?
For roasting and baking, a floury or all-rounder potato works well. Being an all-rounder, Potato ‘Marfona’ is suitable for roasting and baking. Potato ‘Sharpes Express’ is a starchy variety with a great taste. While some waxy second-cropping types can be roasted, these two are generally more suited.
Which of these potato varieties are best for salads?
Waxy potatoes are great for salads, as they hold their shape well when cooked. Try ‘Charlotte’ (Second Cropping), ‘Nicola’ (Second Cropping), and ‘Maris Peer’ (Second Cropping), which are all known for being excellent salad potatoes. Potato ‘Jazzy’ (Second Cropping) also has a firm texture suitable for salads.
