{"product_id":"potato-seed-russet-burbank","title":"Potato Seed | Russet Burbank","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eThe classic, the reliable, the golden standard of comfort food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eRusset Burbank potatoes are beloved for their long, slightly oblong shape, russeted brown skin, and fluffy white interior. When baked, they transform into cloud-soft centres with crisp, crackling skins. When fried, they become the ultimate golden fry. When mashed, they are light, airy, and endlessly comforting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eThis heirloom-leaning staple is known for its high starch content, making it ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"771\"\u003e• Baked potatoes\u003cbr data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e• French fries\u003cbr data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e• Roasted wedges\u003cbr data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"718\"\u003e• Creamy mashed potatoes\u003cbr data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e• Gnocchi \u0026amp; hearty soups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eTheir thick skin stores beautifully and helps protect the tender flesh inside — making them a dependable pantry vegetable through the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, fluffy, light\u003cbr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, earthy, classic potato\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baking, frying, roasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eSimple. Honest. Nourishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eA foundational crop for every kitchen — whether you're cooking a quiet weekday supper or a harvest feast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex h-svh w-screen flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative z-0 flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"@container\/main relative flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col -translate-y-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)] pt-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-scroll-root=\"\" class=\"@w-sm\/main:[scrollbar-gutter:stable_both-edges] touch:[scrollbar-width:none] relative flex min-h-0 min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col [scrollbar-gutter:stable] not-print:overflow-x-clip not-print:overflow-y-auto scroll-pt-(--header-height) [--sticky-padding-top:var(--header-height)] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px]\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"min-h-0 flex-1\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread\" class=\"group\/thread flex flex-col min-h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"composer-parent flex flex-1 flex-col focus-visible:outline-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:2de57717-f41b-4a79-91a7-8b69dc027574-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"ffe06e6d-ad22-4a0c-ac58-968c3eeb2276\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eHow to Grow Russet Burbank Potatoes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eA true storage potato and kitchen staple, Russet Burbank rewards patience with generous harvests of large, classic baking potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e🌱 Planting Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"540\"\u003ePlant in early spring once soil has warmed to at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e7–10°C (45–50°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and danger of hard frost has passed. In Alberta climates, this is typically late April to mid-May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e🥔 Preparing Seed Potatoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e• Cut larger seed potatoes into chunks with \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"641\"\u003e2–3 eyes per piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e• Allow cut pieces to cure for 24–48 hours before planting\u003cbr data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e• Smaller seed potatoes can be planted whole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eThis helps prevent rot and encourages strong sprouting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e🌾 Soil \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e• Full sun (minimum 6–8 hours daily)\u003cbr data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"874\"\u003e• Loose, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"904\"\u003e• Slightly acidic soil preferred (pH 5.0–6.5)\u003cbr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e• Avoid planting where tomatoes, peppers, or eggplants grew the previous year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eIn heavy clay soils (hello Calgary 😉), amend generously with compost to improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e📏 Spacing \u0026amp; Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e• Plant 4 inches deep\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e• Space 12–15 inches apart\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e• Rows 24–30 inches apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eAs plants grow, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003ehill soil up around stems\u003c\/strong\u003e when they reach 6–8 inches tall. Repeat once or twice. This prevents greening and increases yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eConsistent moisture is key.\u003cbr data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003e• Water deeply but avoid soggy soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e• Reduce watering once foliage begins to yellow before harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eInconsistent watering can cause misshapen or cracked potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e🌿 Growing Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eRusset Burbank is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003elate-season variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, typically maturing in 100–120 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e🧺 Harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eHarvest once foliage has died back. For storage potatoes:\u003cbr data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e• Leave in ground 1–2 weeks after vines die to toughen skins\u003cbr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e• Cure in a cool, dark, well-ventilated space for 10–14 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e• Store in a cool (4–7°C), dark location\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eProperly cured Russets can store beautifully for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eWhy Grow Russet Burbank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e• Excellent long-term storage\u003cbr data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e• High yield\u003cbr data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e• Classic baking and frying potato\u003cbr data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e• Reliable performer in northern climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003eA slow-season crop with big payoff — perfect for gardeners who love pantry abundance and winter-ready harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Botanist Calgary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48135409565848,"sku":null,"price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7550\/9912\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-15at3.41.38PM.png?v=1771196081","url":"https:\/\/www.thebotanistcalgary.com\/products\/potato-seed-russet-burbank","provider":"The Botanist Calgary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}