Potatoes 2011

I have sourced seed potatoes from the garden centre this year rather than mail order, as I am normally disappointed by how long it takes for them to arrive. Often by the time they get here there's not much time for them to develop decent shoots before planting time. Plus, I'm impatient. So, two types of potatoes are now busy chitting on various window sills. I have Cara maincrop from Thompson & Morgan again, because I was very happy with results last year - not only a good crop but tasty potatoes. I am also trying Pentland Javelin first earlies, which are supposed to be ready only 10-12 weeks after planting. These are from Taylor's, according to the packet.