Māori Potato – Waiporoporo

Māori Potato – Waiporoporo 

Solanum tuberosum

Waiporoporo is a beautifully coloured Māori seed potato with multi-toned skin and smooth white flesh. It has a balanced texture that’s slightly waxy and slightly floury, making it great for boiling. This variety is appreciated for its lovely flavour and versatility in the kitchen.

110 days

Lay seed potatoes out in a dry, bright spot to sprout before planting. Once sprouts are 1–2 cm long, plant in rows 15 cm deep and 60 cm apart. Space seed potatoes 25–30 cm apart in the row with sprouts pointing upward. Apply a balanced potato fertiliser below the tubers and cover gently with soil, such as our Potato Fertiliser.

As plants reach 5–10 cm in height, begin moulding soil up around stems to protect tubers from light and pests. Keep soil moist and weed-free throughout the season. For best results, maintain a soil pH between 5.4–5.8 to help prevent potato scab.

Harvest when foliage dies back. Cure in a dry, shaded, and well-ventilated area before storage.

Price is per potato