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January 19, 2010

Charlotte – early potato variety

Filed under: potato — Tags: , , , , — TopVeg @ 9:44 am

Charlotte is a variety of potato which may be harvested early in the season.

charlotte potato

charlotte potato

Charlotte:

  • is a second early  – planted between February and May and harvested from July to October
  • has moderate yields
  • has uniform, pear shaped potatoes
  • are smooth, yellow skinned potatoes
  • has a high resistance to foliage and tuber blight
  • is susceptible to potato cyst nematode
  • has medium dry matter
  • has yellow flesh
  • is waxy when cooked
  • is a good salad potato
  • may be eaten hot or cold
  • is suitable for growing in containers

Click this link to buy the early potato variety Charlotte.

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