Item Number: SP809
Organic Chieftain Red Seed Potato (lb)
Smooth red skin, reliable harvests.
Chieftain is a dependable red-skinned heirloom known for its attractive harvest and all-purpose performance in the kitchen. Smooth red skins wrap creamy white flesh that holds together nicely when cooked, so it shines in boiled potatoes, soups, stews, and roasted chunks that keep their shape. The flavor is balanced and gently sweet, with a clean, classic potato finish. For gardeners, Chieftain is valued for steady production and uniform, good-looking tubers that are easy to prep thanks to shallow eyes. It’s a great choice when you want a versatile red potato that looks beautiful in the basket and cooks reliably in nearly any recipe.
- Skin/Flesh: Bright red skin with creamy white flesh
- Texture/Flavor: Smooth texture with a balanced, mildly sweet flavor
- Best Uses: Boiling, roasting, soups, and stews
- Maturity: Mid-season (typically ~80–95 days)
- Tuber Size: Medium; round to oval tubers with shallow eyes
- Storage: Stores well after curing
- Disease Resistance: No specific resistance noted; maintain even moisture to reduce scab risk
- Growing Conditions: Full sun; loose, well-drained soil; consistent moisture; hill plants for higher yields
- Organic Certification: Certified organic and grown in the USA
Ready to boost your potato-growing skills? Don’t miss these helpful resources:
- Potato Growing Guide: A beginner-friendly overview covering planting times, soil prep, watering, hilling, and harvesting techniques.
- Planting & Growing Potatoes (Video): Watch our instructional video for tips on cutting, spacing, and growing your seed potatoes successfully.
- Grow Bigger, Healthier Potatoes: Learn how to improve tuber size and yield with smart fertilization and cultural practices.
- Tips for Growing Potatoes in Your Home Garden: Discover practical advice for maximizing success in raised beds, containers, and backyard plots.
For more Organic Seed Potatoes to plant and enjoy all season long, explore our full selection here: Organic Seed Potatoes.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Cannot ship to the following states: AK, ID, HI, PR, VI, GU
Shipping Weight: 1.28 lb
Dimensions: 5.0"L x 4.0"W x 3.0"H
Features
Features
- Easily Established
- Flavor Pick
- For Baking (starchy)
- Good for Beginners
- Good Keeper
- Roasting/Mashing (all-purpose)
- Suited to Cold Climates
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Chieftain Red seed potatoes prefer loose, fertile, well-draining soil and consistent moisture. Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent tuber rot.
Planting & Growing: Cut tubers into pieces with 1–2 eyes each and allow to cure before planting. Space 12" apart and mound soil around stems as plants grow.
Harvest & Storage: Harvest when foliage has yellowed and skins are firm. Cure tubers in a dark, cool area for 7–10 days, then store in a well-ventilated, dry space.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
We guarantee the perishable items we sell to be in good, viable condition when we sell them. Perishable items include, but are not limited to, garlic bulbs, flower bulbs, seed potatoes, onion sets & transplants, bare-root trees, vegetable crowns, etc. If your perishable item arrives in substandard condition, take photographs and please contact us within 3 days of the purchase date (or delivery date) and we will provide you with a refund of the purchase price (excluding shipping costs), or a replacement. Accordingly, we urge you to open any boxes marked as ""Perishable"" immediately upon receiving them and inspect the shipment thoroughly (do not crack open heads of garlic, we do not accept claims on cracked garlic). Because some perishable items can deteriorate very quickly, we cannot accept any claims beyond the 3-day time frame as it becomes too difficult to determine if these items were delivered in substandard condition, or if they turned into such substandard condition because of having been improperly cared for or stored once delivered.
