Dark Red Norland Potato
Best early-maturing potato for gardeners with limited space.
The Dark Red Norland Potato is an early maturing variety, ready in about 70 days from direct sowing. This product is sold as a 2-pound bag of seed potatoes, which are guaranteed virus and disease-free tubers ready for planting. It yields heavy crops of uniform, oval to round spuds featuring smooth, thin red skins and fine-quality white flesh, excellent for boiling or salads. The plant exhibits a compact, spreading habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens. It thrives in well-drained, sandy loam soil and requires full sun exposure for best results. These seed potatoes can be stored for several weeks before planting and generally produce higher yields than precut varieties.
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Price vs Category Average
-20%
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SKU
27973
Who it's for
- Impatient gardeners wanting a fast seasonal harvest
- Home cooks preferring easy-to-prep, smooth-skinned potatoes
- Urban growers dealing with common soil-borne diseases
Who should skip it
- Farmers in humid climates prone to late blight
- Gardeners looking for long-term winter pantry storage
- Culinary enthusiasts seeking fluffy baked or fried potatoes
Performance breakdown
Harvest Speed
Early maturity ensures a quick turnaround for impatient home gardeners.
Space Efficiency
Compact growth habit makes this perfect for small-scale urban plots.
Yield Potential
Whole seed potatoes consistently outperform precut varieties in total harvest weight.
Culinary Versatility
Smooth skin and firm flesh excel in classic salads and boiling.
Disease Resistance
Certified virus-free stock provides a reliable foundation for healthy crop development.
Adaptability
Broad hardiness zone range allows for successful cultivation across diverse climates.
Key Specs
SKU
27973
Days to Maturity
70
Plant Habit
Determinate
Hardiness Zones
2 - 11
Mature Height
2.08 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Item Form
Bareroot (Seed Potato)
Features
- Early maturing variety, ready in 70 days
- Produces heavy yields of top-quality cooking potatoes
- Tubers have smooth, thin red skins and easy-to-peel quality
- White flesh is excellent for boiling and salads
- Compact growth habit is ideal for small gardens
- Guaranteed virus free and disease free stock
- Seed potatoes store longer and may produce up to 20% more yield than precut potatoes
What customers say
Gardeners consistently celebrate the exceptional quality and reliability of the Dark Red Norland seed potatoes. Reviews frequently highlight the tubers arriving healthy and ready to plant, leading to vigorous growth and impressive yields. Consumers trust this variety for its dependable performance, noting the rich color and excellent flavor are true to type. This consistent success makes them a standout choice, offering substantial value for any home garden project.
Know before you buy
This is an early-maturing variety that typically reaches maturity in about 70 days from the time of planting.
These are whole, uncut seed potatoes. Planting them whole is generally preferred as it helps prevent rot and can result in up to 20% higher yields compared to pre-cut varieties.
Yes, the Dark Red Norland has a compact, spreading growth habit that makes it well-suited for smaller garden spaces and raised beds.
With their smooth, thin red skins and fine-textured white flesh, these potatoes are excellent for boiling or using in potato salads because they hold their shape well.
For the best results, plant them in well-drained, sandy loam soil. They require full sun exposure to thrive and produce a heavy crop.
Yes, these tubers are guaranteed to be virus and disease-free, ensuring a healthy start for your garden crop.
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