Seed Potato, Caribou, Organic

Caribou Seed Potato (Solanum tuberosum 'Caribou')

Caribou potatoes are a versatile and high-yielding mid-season variety with smooth white skin and creamy white flesh. Known for their excellent flavor and adaptability, Caribou potatoes are perfect for boiling, mashing, roasting, or baking. This variety thrives in a wide range of growing conditions, offering gardeners dependable harvests and strong disease resistance. With good storage potential, Caribou is a reliable choice for home gardeners and homesteaders seeking a productive, all-purpose potato.

Key Characteristics

Mid-Season Variety
Caribou potatoes mature in 85-95 days, delivering a dependable mid-season harvest. This balance between early and late varieties makes them a versatile addition to any garden.

Smooth Texture and Mild Flavor
Caribou's creamy white flesh has a smooth texture and mild flavor, making it a great all-purpose potato. It excels in a variety of dishes, from mashed and boiled potatoes to crispy roasted sides and hearty baked meals.

Strong Disease Resistance
Caribou offers natural resistance to common potato diseases, including scab and early blight, ensuring healthier plants and a more reliable harvest. This makes it an excellent choice for organic and low-input gardening systems.

Bloom Time and Soil Preferences
Caribou plants bloom in June and July with small, elegant white flowers. They thrive in loose, well-draining soils enriched with organic matter. While they prefer consistent moisture, care should be taken to avoid waterlogged or compacted soils to prevent tuber rot.

Tips for Best Growing
Plant Caribou seed potatoes 4-6 inches deep in nutrient-rich, loose soil after the danger of frost has passed. Space pieces 12 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Hill soil around plants as they grow to encourage tuber development and water regularly, especially during dry periods. Harvest when the foliage yellows and dies back, and cure tubers in a cool, dark place for 1-2 weeks to prepare them for storage.

Product Details

• Native Range: Cultivated crop; not a native plant.
• Plant Life Cycle: Annual.
• Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily).
• Soil Requirements: Loose, well-draining soil; medium moisture; rich in organic matter.
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches.
• Harvest Timing: Mid-season, 85-95 days after planting.
• Bloom Time: June to July.
• Bloom Color: Russet.
• Tuber Color: Smooth white skin with creamy white flesh.
• Disease Resistance: Strong resistance to scab and early blight.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in all zones.
• Planting Notes: Cut seed potatoes into pieces with at least one "eye" each; plant 4-6 inches deep and space 12 inches apart. Hill soil around plants to maximize yields.

Caribou seed potatoes are a reliable, all-purpose variety with excellent disease resistance and strong mid-season yields. Their smooth, mild flavor and creamy texture make them a versatile choice for the kitchen, while their adaptability ensures success in any garden.

Learn more about growing potatoes in our Ultimate Potato Growing Guide!