Sharpe’s Express is a classic early maincrop potato variety renowned for its early harvest and excellent culinary qualities. With smooth, pale-yellow skin and firm white flesh, it has long been a favorite for both early-season fresh markets and home growers looking for a reliable, high-quality variety.
Key Characteristics
- Type: Early maincrop variety
- Tuber Shape: Oval to long oval
- Skin: Pale yellow
- Flesh Color: White
- Taste & Cooking Qualities: Excellent flavor, waxy texture, cooking grade AB
- Best Uses: Boiling, steaming, and salads
Disease Resistances
- Late Blight (Foliage): Moderate resistance
- Late Blight (Tuber): Moderate resistance
- Common Scab: Moderate resistance
- Powdery Scab: Moderate resistance
- Potato Virus Y (PVY): Moderate resistance
- Blackleg: Moderate resistance
- Dry Rot: Moderate resistance
