MARIS PEER

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Variety Name: Maris PeerRights Holder | Breeder: PLANT BREEDING INSTITUTECountry of Origin: United United KingdomYear of of introduction: 1962
Maris Peer really are a wonderful growing potato. They are perfectly suited for patio growing and for garden use, producing a unique lightly scented purple flower.

Tuber-wise they have nice firm creamy flesh which holds up well after cooking. The flavour is very good and is preferred by many top chefs.

You will even see Maris Peer mentioned on menus as an accompaniment which is an achievement in itself.

Characteristics
 
  • Maturity: Early
  • Growth habit: Spreading to semi erect
  • Foliage cover: Poor to moderate
  • Flower colour: Red violet
  • Flower frequency: Very frequent
  • Berries: Rare
  • Pollen fertility: Very high
  • Light sprout colour: Pink
  • Tuber skin colour: White to yellow
  • Tuber eye colour: Yellow
  • Primary tuber flesh colour: Cream
  • Tuber shape: Oval
  • Tuber eye depth: Medium
  • Tuber skin texture: Smooth

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