Norland seed potatoes are small to medium-sized tubers with smooth, thin, red skins and shallow eyes. Their flesh is white and firm, making them ideal for boiling, steaming, and fresh market use. These early-maturing potatoes produce uniform, round to slightly oblong tubers with good overall appearance and minimal blemishes.
- Planting Size: 1–2 inches in diameter per seed potato piece, with at least one eye per piece.
- Spacing: Plant 12 inches apart in rows 30–36 inches apart.
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 5.0–6.0.
- Sunlight: Full sun exposure (6–8 hours/day).
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering as tubers mature.
- Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer before planting and side-dress during the growing season.
- Harvest: Typically 70–90 days after planting, when foliage begins to yellow.
- Storage: Cure in a dark, cool, and well-ventilated area for 1–2 weeks before long-term storage at 45–50°F (7–10°C).