This popular variety of potato has smooth thin skin, shallow eyes and buttery yellow flesh. It was first introduced into the market in 1980 as a cross between North American white potatoes and the yellow-fleshed South American potatoes. Yukon Gold potatoes are highly versatile in the kitchen and can be stored in a cool dark environment for 2 to 3 months.

Sun Exposure

• full sun (7 to 8 hours)

Soil pH

• 4.8 to 5.4

Hardiness Zones

• 3 to 9

Spacing

• Plant seed potatoes 12 to 15 inches apart
• Allow 3 feet between rows

Moisture

• Water 2 or 3 times per week, totaling 1 inch per week

Notes

• Early potato – 60 to 80 days to maturity
• Best for boiling, baking, frying, mashing, roasting, steaming
• Oval tuber with yellow skin and waxy yellow flesh
• Medium to high yield potential
• Can develop hollow heart if tubers grow over 8 ounces

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