Harlequin
Harlequin is a speciality variety with delicate and waxy texture. Long tubers with parti-colour skins and cream flesh. Will produce high tuber numbers. Excellent cooking qualities. Susceptible to potato cyst nematode Globodera rostochiensis Ro1.
Parentage
Charlotte x Pink Fir Apple
Breeder
Scottish Crop Research Institute
Breeder Agent
Strathmore Potatoes Ltd
Breeder Rights (expiry)
2034
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Characters
| Tuber Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Shape of tuber | Very long |
| Colour of skin | Red parti-coloured |
| Colour of flesh | Cream |
| Depth of eyes | Very shallow |
| Botanical Description | |
|---|---|
| Colour of base of lightsprout | Pink |
| Maturity | Early Maincrop |
| Height of plants | Tall |
| Colour of flower | White |
| Frequency of berries | Few |