Potato Sampler Collection Potato Sampler Collection is a diverse seed potato bundle featuring four outstanding varieties: Red Port, Caribou Russet, Satina, and Adirondack Blue. This collection is perfect for gardeners who want to grow a mix of classic and gourmet potatoes with a range of colors, flavors, and culinary uses. From dependable red potatoes and buttery golden varieties to classic russets and vibrant blue potatoes, this sampler provides an exciting variety for both the garden and the kitchen. Please note as of 1/19/26, the sampler will now include Red Port potatoes instead of Dark Red Norland (sold out). As of 2/1/26 this sampler will include Adirondack Blue potatoes instead of All Blue (also sold out). Seed potatoes are sold in sampler bundles for planting. Small Sampler (~4 lbs) — Plants approximately 50 feet of rowLarge Sampler (~8 lbs) — Plants approximately 100 feet of row SHIPPING INFO: Potatoes start shipping mid-March based on region. Orders will ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone. Why Grow the Potato Sampler Collection?• Grow four unique potato varieties in one bundle• A mix of colors, textures, and culinary uses• Includes red, russet, golden, and blue potatoes• Great for roasting, baking, mashing, boiling, and frying• Perfect for gardeners who want variety in both harvest and flavor What's Included Red PortA dependable red-skinned potato with smooth ruby-red skin and creamy white flesh. Known for strong yields and classic potato flavor, Red Port is excellent for boiling, roasting, mashing, and everyday kitchen use. Caribou RussetA productive russet potato with light russet skin and creamy white flesh. This versatile maincrop variety is prized for baking, mashing, and frying. SatinaA gardener favorite known for buttery flavor, smooth golden flesh, and excellent yields. Satina performs beautifully in everything from creamy mashed potatoes to roasted dishes. Adirondack BlueA striking gourmet potato known for its vibrant blue skin and deep blue-purple flesh. Developed by Cornell University, this unique variety stands out for both its color and excellent flavor. Growing Information🌱 Potato Type: Mixed varieties (red, russet, yellow, and blue)🌱 Skin Colors: Red, russet, yellow, and blue🌱 Flesh Colors: White, golden, and blue-purple🌱 Days to Maturity: Early to mid-season depending on variety🌱 Ease of Growing: Easy to moderate🌱 Planting Rate: Approximately 1 pound plants 15–25 feet of row🌱 Expected Yield: Potatoes can yield approximately 1–3 pounds per bed foot depending on fertility, water, and growing conditions Cultivation Tips• Soil requirements: Plant in loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter with an ideal pH of about 5.8–6.5.• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for best yields.• Planting: Plant seed potatoes in early to mid-spring once soil can be worked. Larger potatoes may be cut into pieces with at least one eye per piece before planting.• Spacing: Plant seed pieces about 12 inches apart in rows spaced 30–36 inches apart.• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture throughout the growing season, especially during tuber formation.• Hilling: As plants grow, mound soil around stems to protect developing potatoes from sunlight and increase yields.• Mulching: Mulch can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. HarvestingPotatoes can be harvested once plants begin to die back and tubers have reached maturity. They may also be harvested earlier as tender “new potatoes.” Click here for our Potato Growing Guide HistoryThis sampler includes potato varieties developed through university breeding programs and farmer selection, chosen for their strong garden performance, excellent flavor, and diverse culinary uses. Non-GMO Commitment: At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices. Growing method: This product is sourced from a partner farm committed to sustainable, regenerative, and environmentally responsible farming methods that prioritize soil health and biodiversity. Seed potatoes may arrive with natural soil present. Do not wash before planting.
