REDS :  VIKING


  Description

 
  Tuber Shape: Round - oblong
  Eyes: Shallow, well distributed
  Skin: Smooth red
  Flesh: Extremely white
  Plant: Medium size, upright
  Flower: Light pink
 
Characteristics

 
  Yield: High
  Specific Gravity: Medium
  Maturity: Mid-season. Tubers size early
  Resistances: Common scab - moderately resistant
Drought - tolerant
  Susceptibilities: Late blight - susceptible
  Storability:
  Consumer Quality: Excellent boiling and good baking
  Chief Market: Early fresh market.
  Remarks: Low set of large size tuber. Space 6 - 8 inches to avoid oversize.