Red La Soda

RED LA SODA

Synonyms
Red La Soda

Potato Variety Information

Variety Name: Red La SodaRights Holder | Breeder: USDA & LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITYCountry of Origin: United States United StatesYear of of introduction: 1952

Variety Description

Red La Soda is a very early variety that has high tolerance of heat, plants do not wither during heat and drought. Beautiful smooth red skin with pure white flesh. Tubers are oblong and slightly flattened with medium deep eyes. An excellent potato for boiling, never loses its flavor. Known as the best storing red potato, will keep for months.

Characteristics

  • Appearance: Light-red or pink color, oval shape with smooth skin. Eyes have medium depth. 
  • Flavor Profile: Considered good for baking and boiling. Ranks high in taste tests. Its moderate specific gravity makes this a somewhat unusual red variety and provides a drier, fluffier texture than is common with reds. 
  • Usage: Fresh market.

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