Caledonian Pearl is a new variety of second early with a waxy flesh which makes an excellent salad potato. It produces large yields of uniform, yellow-skinned tubers with shallow eyes. The skin of the tubers ‘sets’ quickly so that it can be harvested early.
Caledonian Pearl is a new, high yielding variety that are hardy and easy to grow. Yellow-skinned tubers that set quickly so that they can be harvested early and a waxy flesh that makes them perfect salad potatoes.
With a delicious flavour, Caledonian Pearl can also be used for steaming and boiling and is very versatile; it can be grown in smaller outdoor spaces. Height and spread: 60cm (24").
- Attractive tubers
- Salad / baby potatoes
- High tuber yields of cream flesh potatoes
Tuber Characteristics
- Shape: Oval to round
- Skin Texture: Smooth and fine
- Skin Color: Light-colored, typically pale yellow
- Flesh Color: Creamy white
- Texture: Waxy, which helps the potatoes hold their shape during cooking
- Size: Medium-sized tubers, uniform in size
- Eyes: Shallow, making them easier to peel
Resistances
- Late Blight (Phytophthora infestans): Moderate resistance, making it less prone to this common disease.
- Common Scab (Streptomyces scabies): Good resistance, reducing the occurrence of scab lesions.
- Virus Resistance: Shows resistance to some potato viruses, which helps maintain plant health and yield.
- Nematodes: Some resistance to potato cyst nematodes, which helps protect roots and maintain yield.
