Kennebec Seed Potatoes (Free Shipping)

The Kennebec potato is one of the most trusted and widely grown varieties in North America — a true workhorse known for fast growth, heavy yields, excellent storage life, and classic all-purpose eating quality. Whether you’re a market grower, home gardener, or chipping enthusiast, Kennebec rarely disappoints.

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Quick Facts:

• Skin Color: Light tan/buff with a smooth to slightly netted texture, shallow eyes
• Ease of Growing: Very Easy — one of the most forgiving varieties
• Flesh Color: Creamy white
• Maturity: Mid-season (90–110 days)
• Yield: Very High, 1 lb planted will typically result in 10–20 lb harvested, consistently produces large, uniform tubers
• Planting Rate: Usually 5–8 seed pieces per lb, space 9" to 12" apart in row
• Cooking Type: Fairly floury (mealy), excellent for baking, frying, and chipping; also very good boiled or mashed
• Disease Resistances: Resistant to late blight (foliage and tuber), PVA, and common scab; moderately resistant to early blight, black leg, and PVY; susceptible to potato wart and golden nematode in some regions

Culinary Use:

Kennebec is the classic “all-purpose” potato. It makes thin, crispy chips straight from the garden to fryer, fluffy baked potatoes, light mashed potatoes, and golden french fries. Its high starch content and balanced flavor have made it a longtime favorite of commercial chip processors (it was once the #1 chipping variety in the eastern U.S.).

History:

• Origin: Developed by the USDA and Maine Agricultural Experiment Station in Presque Isle, Maine
• Breeding: Released in 1948 from a cross between Chippewa and Katahdin
• Introduction: Named after Maine’s Kennebec River, it quickly became the dominant variety in the Northeast and Midwest for fresh market, chipping, and processing due to its reliability and storability

With decades of proven performance, outstanding yields, and versatility in the kitchen, Kennebec remains a top choice for growers who want a variety they can count on year after year.

Non-GMO Commitment:
At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening practices.

Growing Method: This product is sourced from a partner farm that is committed to sustainable, regenerative, and environmentally responsible farming methods. These practices prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and the avoidance of synthetic inputs. 

Note: Seed potatoes arrive with soil residue; do not wash before planting.