French Fingerling Potato
French Fingerling Potato
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The French Fingerling Potato is a gourmet delight, cherished for its exquisite flavor and elegant, elongated shape. This yellow-fleshed variety boasts a smooth, waxy texture and thin, tender skin, earning it a special place in kitchens worldwide. Hailing from France, it offers a delicate, nutty taste with buttery notes, making it a versatile star in dishes from roasted sides to sophisticated salads. Certified Organic and Non-GMO, the French Fingerling delivers exceptional quality for both culinary creations and home gardening.
Quick Facts:
- Type: Fingerling Potato
- Skin Color: Light Golden Brown
- Flesh Color: Pale Yellow
- Yield: Produces a generous crop of slender, finger-shaped tubers.
- Flavor Profile: Nutty and mildly sweet with buttery undertones.
- Texture: Firm, waxy texture ideal for holding shape when cooked.
- Maturity: Mid-season, with excellent storage potential.
- Origin: French heritage, a staple in culinary tradition.
Growing Specifics:
- Planting Rate: 1 lb of seed plants 5-10 feet of row.
- Climate Zones: Adaptable to diverse climates.
- Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 5.8 to 6.5.
- Planting: Plant in early to mid-spring once soil is workable.
- Spacing: Space seed potatoes 12 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during tuber development.
- Care: Mulch to maintain moisture and control weeds. Hill soil around plants as they grow to shield tubers from sunlight.
Full planting instructions included.
Culinary Uses:
The French Fingerling Potato brings a refined, nutty flavor to the table, enhancing any meal with its buttery richness. Its firm, waxy texture excels in roasting, steaming, or salads—whether served warm or cold. Perfect as a standalone side or a key ingredient in gourmet recipes, this variety elevates everyday cooking with its distinctive taste and shape.
Special Attributes:
Beyond its culinary appeal, the French Fingerling Potato is a nutritional gem, rich in vitamins and minerals. Its slender form and premium quality make it a standout choice for both professional chefs and home cooks seeking elegance and flavor.
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: Certified Organic
Note: Seed potatoes arrive with soil residue; do not wash before planting.
