100 Mixed True Potato Seeds – Diploid Wide Mix
Step beyond the ordinary with true potato seeds (TPS) from a carefully curated diploid wide mix — sourced from the genetic heartland of the Andes. Unlike grocery-store potatoes, these grow from actual seed, producing genetically unique plants with an extraordinary range of colors, shapes, flavors, and textures. Each packet is a living experiment, ideal for adventurous gardeners, plant breeders, and anyone who wants to discover their own standout variety.
What Makes This Mix Special
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Diploid Andean Genetics: Includes both phureja (low dormancy, early) and stenotomum (high dormancy, excellent storage) types for a wide range of traits.
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Selected for North American Summers: Parent varieties chosen to tuberize reliably during summer day lengths in North America.
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Genetic Diversity: Every seed is genetically unique — expect vibrant colors (purple, red, yellow, white), unusual shapes, and bold flavors you won’t find in any store.
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Breeder-Friendly: Perfect for selecting and saving your own superior varieties over multiple seasons.
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Living Genetics: Parent mix evolves yearly with approximately 20% variation — each season brings new possibilities.
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Grow the Full Packet: Sow all 100 seeds for the best chance of discovering exceptional standout plants.
Growing Guide
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Start Indoors: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost. Use a fine seed-starting mix; press seeds onto the surface and cover lightly.
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Germination: Keep at 65–75°F (18–24°C). Germination typically occurs in 7–21 days.
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Transplant: Move seedlings outdoors after last frost, spacing 12–18 inches apart in loose, well-drained soil.
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Light: Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering as plants mature and begin to die back.
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Harvest: Dig tubers after foliage dies back. Expect variation in size, color, and yield — that’s part of the adventure.
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Selection: Save tubers from your favorite plants to replant next season and build your own unique variety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are true potato seeds (TPS)?
True potato seeds are botanical seeds produced by potato flowers, as opposed to seed potatoes (tubers). Each seed is genetically unique, unlike clonal tubers. Growing from TPS allows you to discover entirely new potato varieties.
Are these potatoes edible?
Yes — the tubers produced are edible. Flavor, texture, and size will vary widely across plants. Some will be exceptional; others more ordinary. Selecting and saving the best is part of the process.
What does "diploid" mean for potatoes?
Most commercial potatoes are tetraploid (4 sets of chromosomes). Diploid potatoes (2 sets) are closer to wild Andean species, often with more intense flavors, unique colors, and traits useful for breeding programs.
Will these grow in my climate?
The mix is selected to tuberize during North American summer day lengths. They perform best in temperate climates with warm summers. In very hot or very short-season climates, results may vary.
How many seeds are included?
Each pack contains 100 mixed true potato seeds from a diploid wide mix. Sowing the full packet gives you the best genetic diversity and the highest chance of finding standout varieties.
