Whole adirondack blue potato next to potato slices on a white background
A halved mature Adirondack Blue Potato with micro tuber potatoes on a white background.
Close-up of Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes next to full-sized tubers whole and sliced on a white background.
Whole and sliced Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes with a purple handled knife.
Close-up of Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes with a penny to show the size on a white background.
Sliced and whole Adirondack Blue Micro Tubers in a bowl with pennies on a wood background.
Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes whole and sliced next to pennies on a wood background..
Whole adirondack blue potato next to potato slices on a white background
A halved mature Adirondack Blue Potato with micro tuber potatoes on a white background.
Close-up of Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes next to full-sized tubers whole and sliced on a white background.
Whole and sliced Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes with a purple handled knife.
Close-up of Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes with a penny to show the size on a white background.
Sliced and whole Adirondack Blue Micro Tubers in a bowl with pennies on a wood background.
Adirondack Blue Micro Tuber Potatoes whole and sliced next to pennies on a wood background..

Potato Tubers,
Adirondack Blue

4.52 ReviewsSKU: #PT111Min. seed count: 10 Micro Tubers
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Description

(Solanum tuberosum). Your order contains 10 micro tubers. You'll be digging for treasure this season with this beautiful amethyst-colored potato! The Adirondack Blue is a mid-season maturing, high-yielding variety developed at Cornell University. This vibrant beauty is purple throughout, from skin to flesh, and will stay bold and bright even after cooking. The creamy, waxy texture of this antioxidant-rich variety lends itself beautifully to roasting, boiling, and mashing. Our non-GMO, virus-free micro seed tubers are grown in a state-of-the-art tissue culture lab to provide the cleanest, highest-quality starter seed available. Sold in packs of 10, these tiny tubers grow into strong, healthy plants that produce excellent potato harvests. Start with clean seed, and you can save potatoes from your crop to replant and enjoy great harvests for years to come.

Growing Tips: Adirondack Blue potatoes are an heirloom variety that is relatively easy to grow. Keep the plants well watered and select a site with full sun and well-draining soil. Harvest tubers on a dry day, a few weeks after the foliage has died back. We suggest you store the microtubers in a cool, dark, dry location until you are ready to plant them out into the ground.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Solanum tuberosum
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Determinate
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
80–100
Planting Depth
2 in.
Plant Spacing
12–18 in.
Ideal Temperature
60–70°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Adirondack Blue potatoes are best grown during the cool seasons. They can be planted before your last frost date in spring, but keep in mind that they prefer the soil to be above 45 F. In most regions, this means early spring, typically between March and May. Gardeners in warmer climates can plant in late summer for a fall harvest. Use local frost date charts to plan your planting schedule. Learn more about your region's frost dates by checking out our blog post, 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Prepare a well-draining, loose, and fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH level between 5.5 and 6.5. Plant the micro tubers about 2 inches deep. Make sure that the “eye” is facing upward. Space plants about 12 to 18 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart to allow adequate room for growth.

How to Grow

As a determinate variety, Adirondack Blue potatoes don’t require hilling. Water consistently, aiming for about 1-2 inches per week, but avoid overwatering to prevent rot. Fertilize moderately with an organic balanced fertilizer, focusing on phosphorus and potassium rather than nitrogen to encourage tuber growth. Keep an eye out for pests such as Colorado potato beetles and aphids. Harvest potatoes once the foliage has completely died back for the best flavor and storage life.

How to Save Seeds

  • Potatoes will fruit, but the seeds will not breed true. That is why potatoes are propagated from tubers instead of seeds.
  • Provide ideal storage conditions in order to keep your tubers over winter until the following spring planting date.
  • Be sure to cure tubers before storing, and store cured tubers in a cool, dark, dry location. Ideal storage temperature is 38-40 F.
  • Provide good air circulation in your storage area to discourage rot.
  • Watch this video for a look at how we plant potatoes at Baker Creek.

FAQ

Can I grow Adirondack Blue potatoes in poor or compacted soil?

Potatoes prefer loose, well-draining, fertile soil for optimal growth. While they can tolerate less-than-ideal conditions, compacted soil can hinder tuber development. If you have to work with poor soil, amend it with organic matter such as compost or plant in raised beds or containers filled with loose, nutrient-rich soil.

How long do Adirondack Blue potatoes take to mature?

They typically take 80-100 days from planting to reach maturity.

How should I store harvested Adirondack Blue potatoes?

Dig potatoes on a dry day and set them to cure in a warm (ideal temperature is 65 F) dark, dry location for a week to 10 days. Transition tubers to a well-ventilated storage area kept at 38-40 F. Do not store them in the refrigerator, as it can affect the texture and flavor.

What is the difference between micro tubers and regular seed potatoes?

They are grown in much the same way, but don't cut the micro tubers as you might with larger seed potatoes, and don't plant them quite as deeply into the soil. Check out our blog post "Can't Top These Tiny Taters" for more details!

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