{"product_id":"seed-potatoes-nicola-a-28-35-5-kg","title":"Seed Potatoes Nicola A 28\/35 (5 kg)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Variety with a Mild, Sweet Flavour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNicola seed potatoes were introduced in 1975 and originate from Germany and the Netherlands. This well-established variety is appreciated for its consistent quality and distinctive, slightly sweet flavour. Nicola potato tubers develop a smooth yellow skin and firm yellow flesh, making them a popular choice for growers who value taste and reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOne of the unique characteristics of Nicola seed potatoes is the way their flavour develops during storage. The longer Nicola potatoes are stored under proper conditions, the sweeter their taste becomes. This makes Nicola potato especially attractive for dishes where a mild, natural sweetness is desired. As potatoes for planting, these certified seed potatoes produce uniform potato sets that combine dependable growth with excellent culinary results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBalanced Growth and Refined Taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNicola A 28\/35 seed potatoes are a well-known maincrop variety valued for their stable growth and refined, mild flavour. Nicola potatoes produce oval to long-oval tubers with a smooth yellow skin and a firm, creamy-yellow flesh after cooking. The pleasant texture and clean appearance make these potatoes highly attractive for growers who value quality, consistency, and reliable results.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThanks to their firm cooking quality, Nicola potatoes are especially suitable for boiling, salads, and light roasting. The tubers retain their shape well and offer a smooth mouthfeel, making them a popular choice among gardeners seeking versatile potatoes for everyday cooking. These potato seeds for planting are ideal for achieving an even harvest with uniform tuber size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReliable Performance and Natural Robustness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNicola potatoes are known for their dependable performance and balanced resistance to common potato diseases. As certified seed potatoes, these potato tubers are carefully selected to ensure healthy plant development and strong emergence. Nicola performs well in a wide range of soil types and adapts easily to different growing conditions, making it suitable for both home gardens and allotments.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePotatoes for planting in the A 28\/35 size range provide an excellent balance between plant strength and tuber formation. The plants develop steadily and produce a good number of well-shaped potato sets, contributing to consistent yields. Nicola seed potatoes are especially appreciated for their reliable growth and low sensitivity under normal garden conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGood Storage and Consistent Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOrganifer Nicola potatoes offer good storage capabilities when harvested at the right time and stored under proper conditions. The firm flesh and stable structure help maintain quality during storage, preserving taste and texture for extended periods. When stored cool and dry, these gold potato seeds remain suitable for long-term household use without rapid quality loss.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis makes Nicola seed potatoes a practical choice for growers who wish to enjoy their harvest over a longer period. The variety is well suited for both fresh consumption and gradual use throughout the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCertified Dutch Seed Potatoes for Planting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNicola A 28\/35 consists of certified seed potatoes that meet strict quality standards for potatoes for planting. These potato tubers are selected for purity, vitality, and freedom from harmful organisms. Certified seed potatoes support reliable growth, uniform plants, and predictable harvest results.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBy choosing certified potato seeds for planting, growers benefit from healthier crops and improved yields. Nicola potatoes are a trusted choice for gardeners seeking consistent performance and high-quality potato sets for sustainable cultivation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Certified seed potatoes selected for healthy growth and reliable results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Nicola potatoes with smooth yellow skin and firm, creamy-yellow flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Potato seeds for planting suitable for gardens and allotments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Stable yields with uniform potato tubers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Good resistance under normal growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Firm cooking quality, ideal for salads and boiling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Potatoes for planting with balanced growth and even emergence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Good storage potential when kept under proper conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Gold potato seeds valued for appearance and taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Versatile variety for daily kitchen use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Suitable for various soil types\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Reliable potato sets for consistent harvest quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVarietal Characteristics of Nicola Seed Potatoes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMaturity: Mid-late\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHarvest Time: August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTuber Shape: Long oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFlesh Color: Yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSkin Color: Yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSeed Size: 28\/35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTubers per kg: Approx. 30 to 35 tubers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlanting Area per kg: Approx. 10 m²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCooking Quality: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWaxy. Suitable for cooking, baking, and frying, less suitable for pureeing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSoil pH: Best in slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5 – 6.5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater Requirements: Regular watering, avoid prolonged drought\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFertilization: Balanced feeding supports optimal growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eResistances:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e – Phytophthora (foliage): Moderately resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e – Phytophthora (tuber): Fairly resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e – Scab: Fairly resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese certified seed potatoes consist solely of healthy, untreated potato tubers selected for planting. Strict inspection and quality control ensure that Nicola seed potatoes are free from genetic modification and suitable for safe and reliable cultivation. This makes them an excellent choice for growers seeking dependable potato seeds for planting with consistent results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil preparation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Loosen the soil to a depth of approximately 30 cm to promote healthy root and tuber development.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-sprouting (optional):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Pre-sprouting can be started around four weeks before planting in a light and frost-free environment. This encourages strong shoots and helps speed up early plant development.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Plant the seed potatoes in spring after the risk of frost has passed. Maintain a spacing of about 40 cm between plants and 60 cm between rows. Plant the potato tubers approximately 10 cm deep with the shoots facing upward.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter about six weeks, earth up the plants gradually to protect developing tubers and improve drainage. Regular watering and balanced fertilisation support strong plant growth and healthy yields.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Harvest Nicola potatoes once the foliage has died back, usually between 100 and 120 days after planting. Lift the potatoes carefully to avoid damage to the tubers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStore seed potatoes in a cool, dry, and dark place with good ventilation. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight. Do not store near fruits that release ethylene, such as apples, as this may stimulate sprouting. Regularly check stored potatoes and remove damaged tubers to maintain overall quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organifer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56310555279684,"sku":"8719958012202","price":49.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2700\/9604\/files\/8719958012202-Nicola-A-5kg.png?v=1769704159","url":"https:\/\/organifer.com\/en-mt\/products\/seed-potatoes-nicola-a-28-35-5-kg","provider":"Organifer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}