Purple Rain is a visually stunning early to maincrop potato variety, celebrated for its deep purple skin and vibrant purple flesh. With its striking color and good culinary qualities, Purple Rain is popular for specialty markets and chefs looking for something truly eye-catching.
Key Characteristics
- Type: Early to maincrop variety
- Tuber Shape: Oval to slightly elongated
- Skin: Deep purple
- Flesh Color: Rich purple throughout
- Taste & Cooking Qualities: Earthy flavor, smooth texture; retains color after cooking
- Best Uses: Boiling, baking, roasting, salads
Disease Resistances
- Late Blight (Foliage): Moderate resistance
- Late Blight (Tuber): Good resistance
- Common Scab: Moderate to good resistance
- Powdery Scab: Moderate resistance
- Potato Virus Y (PVY): Good resistance
- Blackleg: Moderate resistance
- Dry Rot: Moderate resistance
- Wart Disease: Limited data – generally considered susceptible
