Duke of York Seed Potatoes – Heritage First Early Variety

Duke of York Seed Potatoes – Heritage First Early Variety

A True Heritage Favourite Since 1891

Duke of York Seed Potatoes are one of the most cherished first early potato varieties in the UK. Bred in Aberdeenshire by William Sim and first listed in 1891, this heritage variety remains a gardener’s favourite thanks to its outstanding flavour, dry texture, and reliable performance.

Distinctive Flavour & Perfect Texture

Recognised for its deliciously earthy flavour and dry, fluffy texture, the Duke of York is a superb choice for boiling, mashing, or early salads. When harvested young, it produces beautiful new potatoes with a tender skin and buttery taste. Leave them in the ground a little longer, and they’ll mature into an excellent all-purpose potato perfect for everyday cooking.

Reliable Growth and Strong Resistance

• Produces yellow-skinned, oval-shaped tubers

• Excellent resistance to dry rot

• Performs well in both garden beds and containers

• Scottish Certified Seed Potatoes ensure purity and quality

• Ideal for UK growing conditions and early harvests

Carefully Packed and Delivered with Care

Duke of York Seed Potatoes are hand-picked, inspected, and packed by our experienced team to guarantee the best quality on arrival.
Delivery begins mid-December, ensuring you receive your seed potatoes in perfect condition for the spring planting season.

Free UK Delivery on all Seed Potatoes
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Storage & Planting Advice for Duke of York Seed Potatoes

Keep your seed potatoes in a cool, dry, well-ventilated, and frost-free area until planting. For best results, chit the potatoes before planting to encourage strong, early shoots and a bountiful yield.

Customer Satisfaction Guarantee

We take pride in providing premium seed potatoes. Every batch is visually inspected before dispatch. Should an issue arise, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Refunds are available for items returned in saleable condition within 14 days, excluding damages caused by external factors such as weather or pests.

Product Highlights of Duke of York Seed Potatoes

• Heritage variety first listed in 1891

• Delicious early potato with a dry, fluffy texture

• Excellent disease resistance and reliability

• Perfect for boiling, mashing, or salads

• Scottish Certified Seed Potatoes – Free UK delivery