Starting at £2.99
Sharpes Express are a great tasting spud and good potato to plant for an early harvest.
First Early varieties generally are ready to harvest 10 – 12 weeks after planting, with the traditional planting time being March – April.
Sharpes potatoes have a good resistance to common scab.
Planting
After purchase, carefully empty seed potato contents into shallow boxes or trays. Egg boxes or apple trays are ideal. Protect from frost and store in a cool area. Two weeks before you want to plant your potatoes, you should move them into a light area of about 10°C to produce a strong, thick sprout and make sure they are rose eye upwards. The potatoes will turn green when exposed to the light, but do not worry, as this is normal.
Your potatoes should be planted in drills that are 24′′ (60cm) apart in each row. The potatoes should be planted 10″ (25cm) apart from each other in your drills. Always make sure the eyes are facing upwards and planted at a depth of between 4-6″ (10-15cm).
Plant; March – April
Harvest Time; 10-12 Weeks
Harvest; June – July
Please note: Harvest times are subject to weather and climate. Harvest fully mature potatoes and store them in a cool, dry, and dark place to ensure their longevity, with the potential for storage lasting several months. A helpful tip during harvesting is to eliminate all foliage and small potatoes from the soil, discarding them to prevent diseases from affecting the next year’s crop.
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