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Solanum tuberosum 'Red Duke of York' is an attractive red-skinned first early potato, bearing large, oval tubers with yellow flesh. A good all rounder, 'Red Duke of York' is particularly well-suited to roasting. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
For best results grow Solanum tuberosum 'Red Duke of York' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Dig over the soil well and incorporate plenty of compost or rotted manure before planting. Water the tubers thoroughly two weeks before lifting.
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Solanum ‘Red duke of york’ and wildlife
Solanum ‘Red duke of york’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
