Potatoes Red La Soda

Variety: Red La Soda

Size: Medium to large

Shape: Round to slightly oblong

Season Harvest Time (Early, Mid or Late): Late season

Skin Colour: Bright red

Flesh Colour: White to creamy white

Maturity Time: Approximately 100–120 days

Storage Rating: Good (stores moderately well, but skin can fade in long storage)

Disease Resistance: Good resistance to heat and drought but can be susceptible to common scab and early blight.

Cooking Uses: Excellent for boiling, roasting, steaming, salads, and soups; holds shape well when cooked.

Flavour Profile: Mild, slightly sweet flavour with a creamy texture when cooked.

Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring when the soil warms to at least 7°C (45°F). Space seed pieces 30 cm apart in rows 75 cm apart, planting them 10–15 cm deep in well-draining soil.

Growing Instructions: Hill soil around plants once they reach about 15–20 cm tall. Water deeply and consistently, mulch to retain moisture, and watch for pests like Colorado potato beetles. Practice crop rotation to reduce disease risk.

When To Harvest: Harvest when plants die back and tops yellow, typically late summer to early fall. For tender new potatoes, you can dig around the plants once they flower. Cure harvested potatoes for 1–2 weeks before storing.