'Organic Combo Sack' Potato
'Organic Combo Sack' potatoes (1.5 kg – C5), offered by Van Noort
A trio of delicious and versatile organic potatoes!
The 'Organic Combo Sack C5' combines three varieties of certified organic potatoes , carefully selected for their high yield , culinary versatility , and excellent adaptation to the Quebec climate . This bag contains a balanced mix of Chieftain , Yukon Gold , and Russet Norkotah , for a diverse, flavorful, and healthy harvest.
Growing your own organic potatoes has never been easier: whether for golden fries , creamy mashed potatoes or roast potatoes , this bag is a must-have for an ecological and productive vegetable garden .
Bag contents (1.5 kg – 500 g of each variety)
Chieftain – Mid-season harvest, red skin and white flesh, excellent for salads or steaming .
Yukon Gold – Mid-season harvest, golden skin and buttery yellow flesh, perfect mashed or roasted .
Russet Norkotah – Late harvest, light brown skin and white flesh, ideal for fries and baking .
Characteristics of the mixture
Planting period : March to April
Harvest : Mid-season to late season (August to October)
Tuber size : Medium to large
Storage : Very good preservation capacity
Yield : High
Exposure : Full sun
Quantity : 1.5 kg of certified organic potatoes (class C5)
Planting 'Organic Combo Sack C5' potatoes
Planting 'Organic Combo Sack C5' is a great way to easily incorporate productive and tasty organic potatoes into your vegetable garden. Here's how to grow them successfully in a few simple steps.
Preparation before planting
Let the tubers sprout in a cool, dry and bright place for 2 to 3 weeks.
Cut the large tubers into pieces, making sure that each section has at least one eye — a key step to optimize recovery.
Planting method
1Prepare a loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter , ideally slightly acidic.
2Plant the pieces of tubers 10-15 cm deep, spaced 30 cm apart.
3Cover with soil, water lightly, and add a natural mulch to retain moisture and limit weeds.
Biological maintenance
Mound soil around the plants when they reach 20 cm in height to encourage tuber development.
Water regularly, but not excessively, especially during flowering.
In organic farming , prioritize crop rotation , the addition of compost and mulching to naturally prevent diseases.
How to cook 'Organic Combo Sack C5' potatoes
Each variety of this organic and gourmet mix has its own specialty in the kitchen:
Chieftain : perfect for steamed potatoes and crisp salads
Yukon Gold : excellent for creamy mashed potatoes, golden gratins , and roasted potatoes
Russet Norkotah : ideal for crispy homemade fries and oven baking
Cooking tip : Combine Yukon Gold and Russet Norkotah for perfect fries , both rich and crispy!
Why choose the 'Organic Combo Sack C5'
Three complementary organic varieties for a varied, healthy and bountiful harvest
Ideal for delicious homemade meals , from fries to mashed potatoes
Easy to grow, even in raised garden beds or urban containers
Long shelf life to extend harvests into winter
Give your vegetable garden an organic and productive trio with the 'Organic Combo Sack C5', for a delicious growing season from garden to table.