Seed Potato - Banana - 500g

Seed Potato – Banana (500g)

Banana Potatoes are a unique fingerling-style variety known for their long, slender shape and smooth yellow skin. These gourmet potatoes are prized for their rich, buttery flavor and firm texture, making them perfect for roasting, boiling, steaming, or adding to salads. Their creamy yellow flesh holds its shape well when cooked, making them a favorite for chefs and home gardeners alike.

This variety produces clusters of small to medium fingerling potatoes with excellent taste and attractive appearance. Banana potatoes are a reliable producer and are well suited to home gardens, raised beds, and larger garden plots. Their distinctive shape and exceptional flavor make them a standout addition to any vegetable garden.

Seed potatoes are grown specifically for planting and will produce vigorous plants that yield a plentiful harvest during the growing season.

Growing Instructions (Zone 3b)

Potatoes grow very well in cooler climates and are ideal for Zone 3b gardens.

• Planting Time: Plant seed potatoes in late spring once the soil has warmed to about 7–10°C (45–50°F). In Zone 3b this is typically mid-May to early June.
• Sun: Full sun is required for strong plant growth and good tuber development.
• Soil: Loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a pH of 5.0–6.5 is ideal.
• Preparation: If potatoes are large, cut into pieces ensuring each piece has at least 1–2 eyes. Allow cut pieces to dry for 1–2 days before planting.
• Planting Depth: Plant pieces 3–4 inches deep.
• Spacing: Space plants 12 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart.
• Hilling: As plants grow to about 6–8 inches tall, mound soil around the base of the plants to encourage more tuber production and prevent potatoes from turning green. Repeat as needed.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering when tubers are forming.
• Harvest: Harvest baby potatoes about 70–80 days after planting, or allow 90–110 days for full-sized potatoes.
• Storage: Cure harvested potatoes in a dark, well-ventilated space for 1–2 weeks before storing in a cool, dark place.

Banana potatoes are a flavorful specialty variety that brings both productivity and gourmet quality to the home garden.