Yukon Gold Potato Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Yukon Gold potato is a tuber-forming crop grown for its smooth-skinned tubers and reliable growth habit. The plant develops bushy foliage above ground while forming tubers beneath the soil surface. It performs well in a range of climates and is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container growing. This variety prefers loose, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, establishing steadily and producing tubers during the growing season under suitable conditions.

Features

• Bushy plants that produce underground tubers
• Adapted to a range of growing conditions
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Requires loose, well-drained soil for proper tuber development
• Produces smooth-skinned tubers during the growing season

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Solanum tuberosum
• Common Name (US): Potato
• Seed Type / Variety: Yukon Gold potato variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy, tuber-forming
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Planting Season: Early spring or fall (mild climates)
• Growing Season: Spring to early summer or fall
• Sowing Season: January–March, September–October
• Germination Time and Conditions: Typically grown from seed tubers; sprouting occurs in 2–4 weeks
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture required
• Mature Plant Size: 30–60 cm height, 30–50 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 25–30 cm