5 Pounds Kennebec Potato Seed Potatoes Solanum tuberosum Heirloom Garden Planting
Kennebec potatoes are a well-known heirloom variety valued for their reliable yields, smooth tan skin, and versatile white flesh. These seed potatoes are a popular choice for home gardeners and small growers seeking a dependable main-crop potato with excellent all-around kitchen performance.
Kennebec potatoes are prized for their multi-purpose culinary use, working well for boiling, baking, mashing, and frying. Plants grow vigorously and produce uniform, oval-to-oblong tubers with shallow eyes that are easy to prepare. A classic garden staple for spring planting and long-term storage.
Species: Solanum tuberosum
Variety: Kennebec
Type: Seed Potato
Plant_Habit: Upright bushy annual
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Loose, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Days_to_Harvest: 70-90 days
Zones: 3-9
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Plant seed pieces 2-4 weeks before last frost
Spacing: 12-15 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart
Notes: Mid-season maturing variety with good storage quality