King Edward potatoes have been grown in the UK since the beginning of the 20th Century making it amongst the oldest varieties grown commercially and one of the oldest cultivars in Europe.
This variety was introduced to the market in 1902 by John Butler in Lincolnshire the same year as the coronation of King Edward VII to commemorate the occasion.
The King Edward potato is predominantly white skinned with a pretty pink colouration. Oval, with a floury texture and shallow eyes. The Plant is upright and tall with numerous stems and small green leaves and purple flowers with white-tipped petals.
It is a Main crop variety, in the UK it is traditionally planted in April for Harvest in September, it is very resistant to Common Scab and offers resistance to blight.
Renowned for its light fluffy texture and delicious taste it is suitable for all uses, roasting, mashed potato, baking steaming and frying.
Excellent versatility, taste, and quality – A family favourite popular with supermarkets and the restaurant trade.
