Good drought tolerance and reliable yields. Works well cut into wedges and grilled with rosemary.
Flavour
Desiree potatoes have a creamy, slightly waxy texture with a subtle earthy sweetness that holds up well under heat.
In the kitchen
Ideal for cutting into wedges and grilling over fire with rosemary, their firm flesh crisps nicely without falling apart, making them perfect for BBQ sides.
Growing
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil and shows good drought tolerance; plant with 40cm spacing to ensure reliable yields and reduce disease risk.