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25kg Marfona Seed Potatoes - ORGANIC
£49.50
In stock
Product Code
SPOMFA25KG
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Marfona seed potatoes are a high yielding, second early variety, which produces consistent large crops of waxy textured potatoes. A perfect seed potato for baking with whilst also good for boiling and chipping with too. Marfona tubers are oval shaped, with light yellow skins and cream coloured flesh.
Please note: We are not Soil Association approved.
Second early table potato, tending to produce large baker fraction. Very popular early baker for numerous supermarket outlets. Marfona seed potatoes are a high yielding, second early variety, which produces consistent large crops of waxy textured potatoes. A perfect seed potato for baking with whilst also good for boiling and chipping with too. Marfona tubers are oval shaped, with light yellow skins and cream coloured flesh.
SOIL 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 25cm from the next, with rows spaced 60cm 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.
| Pack Weight | 25 kg |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Second Early |
| Shape of Tuber | Oval |
| Colour of Skin | Cream |
| Depth of Eyes | Medium Shallow |
NEW SEASON POTATOES NOW AVAILABLE:
Potatoes are dispatched when available usually Mid January - Mid March. All potatoes are offered subject to safe harvest and final certification. Prices and supply can be subject to change; we will notify you of any variations on receipt of your order.
Please note that this variety can only be collected from our Crediton or Ashburton stores or delivered locally (usually within 20 miles of each store). If you have any specific delivery requests / instruction, please specify on your order.