Organic Seed Potato 'Athéna'

Organic Seed Potato 'Athéna' - The Golden Standard for Early Harvests

This premium variety is a top-performing first early, specifically bred for uniformity, speed, and reliability. It is highly prized by organic gardeners for its ability to produce a heavy crop of smooth, oval tubers with shallow eyes and beautiful yellow skin. 'Athéna' thrives best in full sun conditions and prefers light, fertile, well-draining soil to reach its maximum yield. Over its short 90-100 day maturation cycle, the plant develops a robust and healthy canopy that shows excellent natural resistance to common scab and viruses. Whether grown in traditional garden beds or large containers, this variety is a dependable choice for a high-quality early harvest.

Culinary Uses

'Athéna' is a waxy, firm-fleshed variety (Group A) that is a delight in the kitchen, offering a clean, classic potato flavor. Its fine texture makes it perfect for:

• Boiling & Steaming: Holds its shape perfectly; the ideal choice for "new potatoes" served simply with butter and mint.

• Salads: Its firm consistency and smooth skin make it a favorite for cold potato salads.

• Roasting Whole: Small "baby" tubers can be roasted whole for a delicious, crispy-skinned side dish.

Gardener’s Tip for 'Athéna'

The "Early Storage" Secret: While most first-early potatoes must be eaten immediately after harvest because their skins are so delicate, 'Athéna' has the unique ability to develop a slightly thicker skin if left in the ground for about 10 days after the foliage (haulms) has been cut back or died down. This "setting" of the skin allows 'Athéna' to store much better than other early varieties. If you find yourself with a bumper crop that you can't eat all at once, this little trick allows you to enjoy that "new potato" flavor for several weeks longer than usual.

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