Classic floury potato for fire-baked potatoes wrapped in foil on the coals. Maincrop.
Flavour
King Edward potatoes have a light, fluffy texture with a subtly nutty flavour, making them ideal for hearty, rustic dishes.
In the kitchen
Perfect for wrapping in foil and cooking directly on hot coals, King Edward’s floury flesh crisps up beautifully while staying soft inside, ideal for fire-baked potatoes.
Growing
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil and benefits from hilling to protect tubers; moderately resistant to common potato diseases but keep an eye out for blight in wet conditions.