Austrian Crescent Fingerling Potato
Best choice for home gardeners seeking versatile, long-storing culinary potatoes.
Cultivate the exceptional Austrian Crescent Fingerling Potato, a mid-season variety celebrated for its superior flavor and culinary adaptability. These distinctive, elongated tubers boast tan skin and pale yellow flesh, offering a firm, waxy texture perfect for a variety of cooking methods. The plants exhibit an upright growth habit, optimizing yield, and the harvested potatoes store exceptionally well. Packed with Vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium, these seed potatoes are a valuable addition to any garden, flourishing when planted in early spring in cool conditions.
$18.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3088
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-20%
Below average
Days to Maturity
85100
/ to from direct sow
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a long-lasting winter food supply
- Home cooks prioritizing rich, gourmet flavor profiles
- Culinary enthusiasts preparing firm, shape-holding potato salads
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with short growing seasons
- Growers unable to manage specific soil pH levels
- Busy cooks preferring quick, easy vegetable preparation
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Firm, waxy texture performs beautifully across roasting, boiling, and salad preparations.
Storage Longevity
Exceptional shelf life ensures your harvest remains fresh long after picking.
Growth Adaptability
Thrives in diverse climates ranging from zones 2 through 11.
Yield Efficiency
Upright growth habit maximizes space and simplifies the harvesting process.
Container Suitability
Compact enough to flourish in patio pots or raised garden beds.
Pest Resilience
Natural rabbit resistance provides peace of mind for vulnerable garden plots.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
85 to 100 from direct sow
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
2 - 11
Genus
Solanum
Species
tuberosum
Item Form
Bareroot
Package Type
Bag
Features
- Superior flavor and culinary performance
- Firm, waxy texture ideal for cooking
- Good source of essential nutrients
- Upright growth habit maximizes yield
- Excellent storability after harvest
- Rabbit resistant
- Suitable for beds and containers
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the Austrian Crescent Fingerling Potatoes. Reviewers frequently highlight receiving firm, healthy seed stock that translates into a robust, high yield harvest. The unique, buttery flavor and attractive crescent shape are major selling points, confirming that the initial investment delivers significant culinary value and gardening success.
Know before you buy
These potatoes typically reach maturity between 85 and 100 days after direct sowing. As a mid-season variety, they are best planted in early spring.
Yes, Austrian Crescent Fingerlings are well-suited for container gardening. Their upright growth habit makes them an excellent choice for pots or raised beds where space is limited.
They thrive in full sun and require moist, well-drained soil. Ensure the planting site receives consistent sunlight throughout the day for the best yield.
This variety is known for its excellent storability. Once harvested, keep them in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated location to maintain their quality and firm texture for an extended period.
Yes, the Austrian Crescent Fingerling is considered rabbit resistant. This makes them a reliable choice for gardens where local wildlife might otherwise be a concern.
Because of their firm, waxy texture, these potatoes hold their shape exceptionally well during cooking. They are ideal for potato salads, roasting, or boiling, as they do not fall apart easily.
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