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German Butterball Potato — Root vegetables

100-110days to harvest

14-28days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Plant seed potatoes after soil temperature reaches 45°F. Cut pieces should cure 24-48 hours before planting. Hill regularly.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1-2 inches per week, consistent moisture during tuber development
Soil: Deep, loose, well-drained soil with high organic matter
Soil pH: 5.0-6.5
Spacing: 12-15 inches
Height: 12-24 inches
Season: Cool to warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Buff/tan skin with deep yellow flesh
Size: 3-4 inches long, medium-sized
Shape: Oval to oblong tubers
Flavour: Rich, buttery flavor with dense, creamy texture

In the kitchen

Baking, mashing, roasting, frying. Excellent for gourmet preparations and winter storage.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Colorado potato beetle, aphids, potato tuberworm
Diseases: Late blight, early blight, potato scab
Resistance: Moderate disease resistance, typical of heirloom varieties

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	—	—	June – July	September
2	—	—	May – July	September
3	—	—	May – June	August – October
4	—	—	April – June	August – October
5	—	—	April – May	July – November
6	—	—	April – May	July – November
7	—	—	March – May	July – November
8	—	—	March – April	June – December
9	—	—	February – March	May – December
10	—	—	January – March	May – December
11	—	—	January – February	April – December
12	—	—	January – February	April – December
13	—	—	January – February	April – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

MarigoldsRepel Colorado potato beetles and nematodes, natural pest deterrent

Bush BeansFix nitrogen in soil and don't compete for space with potato tubers

ChivesRepel aphids and may improve potato flavor and growth

NasturtiumsAct as trap crop for Colorado potato beetles and aphids

ParsleyAttracts beneficial insects and doesn't compete for root space

RadishesBreak up soil for potato growth and mature before potatoes need space

LettuceShallow roots don't interfere with tubers, harvest before potatoes expand

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and repels harmful pests

Avoid

TomatoesBoth are nightshades sharing diseases like blight and attracting same pests

SunflowersAllelopathic effects inhibit potato growth and compete heavily for nutrients

CucumbersCompete for water and nutrients, may increase disease susceptibility

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 41
Protein (g): 0.93
Fat (g): 0.24
Carbohydrate (g): 9.58
Fibre (g): 2.8
Sugars (g): 4.74
Vitamin A (µg): 835
Vitamin C (mg): 5.9
Vitamin E (mg): 0.66
Vitamin K (µg): 13.2
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.138
Folate (µg): 19
Calcium (mg): 33
Iron (mg): 0.3
Magnesium (mg): 12
Phosphorus (mg): 35
Potassium (mg): 320
Zinc (mg): 0.24
Selenium (µg): 0.1

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the root vegetables growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown German Butterball Potato?

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