California White Potato – 6 Seed Tubers – Baking & Frying Potatoes

Grow Your Own California White Potatoes

The California White Potato is a very high-yielding variety, perfect for home gardeners and commercial growers alike. These potatoes are known for their excellent baking and French-frying qualities, making them a versatile addition to your kitchen. With 6 top-size seed tubers included, you can start growing your own delicious potatoes right away. The California White Potato is a great choice for gardeners looking for a reliable and productive potato variety.

This mid to late season potato features oblong, large tubers with a rough to netted buff skin and white flesh. They exhibit good resistance to growth cracks, second growth, shatter bruises, hollow heart, and heat necrosis, ensuring a healthy and abundant harvest. They perform well in hot climates.

Benefits of Growing California White Potatoes:

• High Yield: Expect a bountiful harvest from each plant.
• Excellent Flavor: Perfect for baking, French-frying, and other culinary uses.
• Good Storability: Store your harvested potatoes for an extended period.
• Disease Resistance: Resistant to common potato diseases, reducing the need for pesticides.
• Adaptable: Performs well in various climates, including hot conditions.

The California White Potato offers good storability and a medium-high specific gravity. The tubers are oblong, large, and have medium-deep eyes. Their white flesh makes them ideal for a variety of dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How deep should I plant the California White Potato tubers? Plant the tubers about 4-6 inches deep, with the eyes facing up.
2. What is the ideal spacing between potato plants? Space the plants about 12-15 inches apart in rows that are 30-36 inches apart.
3. When is the best time to harvest my potatoes? Harvest when the foliage begins to die back, typically 90-120 days after planting.
4. How should I store my harvested potatoes? Store them in a cool, dark, and dry place with good ventilation.
5. Are California White Potatoes susceptible to any pests or diseases? While they have good resistance, monitor for common potato pests like potato beetles and diseases like blight.