Early Rose Potato is a historic American variety first developed in the 1860s, Early Rose is known for its pinkish-red skin and creamy white flesh. It helped shape modern potato breeding, notably being a parent of the famous Russet Burbank.
Key Characteristics:
- Skin: Smooth, pink-red
- Flesh: Creamy white to pale yellow
- Taste: Mild, slightly sweet
- Texture: Firm, fine-grained
- Maturity: Early to mid-season
- Uses: Boiling, baking, frying, salads
Resistances:
- Moderate resistance to some soil diseases (compared to very old varieties).
- Low resistance to modern threats like: Late blight Common scab Viral diseases