{"product_id":"desiree-seed-potatoes-10-tubers-summer-planting-reduced","title":"Desiree Seed Potatoes 10 Tubers – Summer Planting (reduced)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Seed Potato Desiree Summer Planting – 10 Tubers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed Potato Desiree Summer Planting Tubers are specially selected for late-season planting, allowing gardeners to enjoy delicious homegrown \u003cstrong\u003enew potatoes at Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e. One of the UK's most popular \u003cstrong\u003emaincrop potato varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDesiree Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are renowned for their excellent flavour, smooth red skins, and reliable harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProducing oval-shaped potatoes with creamy yellow flesh, \u003cstrong\u003eDesiree Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are highly versatile and perfect for roasting, baking, boiling, mashing, and chips. This dependable variety performs well in a wide range of soil conditions and is valued for its excellent resistance to drought and good disease tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as 10 quality tubers, these convenient taster packs from \u003cstrong\u003eTaylors Bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e are perfect for smaller gardens, raised beds, and gardeners wishing to try different potato varieties without committing to larger quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular \u003cstrong\u003eDesiree potato variety\u003c\/strong\u003e with smooth red skins and creamy flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduces oval potatoes with excellent flavour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for roasting, baking, boiling, mashing, and chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable crops with good drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for a wide range of soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for summer planting and Christmas harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as 10 quality seed potato tubers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Seed Potato Desiree Summer Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Seed Potato Desiree Tubers from July to August in containers, potato bags, raised beds, or well-prepared garden soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant tubers approximately 10–15 cm deep and space them around 25–30 cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil and keep plants well watered during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs shoots emerge, gradually earth up around stems or add compost to containers to encourage tuber production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest from November onwards once tubers have reached a suitable size for delicious Christmas new potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotato Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fresh compost when growing in containers or potato bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep plants well watered during tuber development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect foliage from early autumn frosts if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest as required for the freshest flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore harvested potatoes in a cool, dark location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are summer planting seed potatoes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSummer planting potatoes are specially prepared tubers planted in July and August for harvesting in late autumn and around Christmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Desiree potatoes good for roasting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, \u003cstrong\u003eDesiree Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are highly versatile and excellent for roasting, baking, boiling, mashing, and chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Desiree potatoes be grown in containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they perform very well in containers, potato bags, and raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I harvest Desiree Christmas potatoes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvests are typically ready from November onwards depending on planting date and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristmas potatoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainer growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotato bags\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaised beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitchen gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting and baking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner gardeners\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58720031179136,"sku":"TAYVP613Red","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1109\/3566\/files\/desiree.jpg?v=1782723924","url":"https:\/\/justseed.com\/products\/desiree-seed-potatoes-10-tubers-summer-planting-reduced","provider":"JustSeed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}