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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Potatoes for Allotments (UK Guide)

Best Potatoes for Allotments (UK Guide) Potatoes are one of the most rewarding and productive crops for UK allotments. With the right varieties, you can enjoy harvests from early summer…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Potatoes for Containers and Grow Bags

Best Potatoes for Containers and Grow Bags Growing potatoes in containers or grow bags is a great option for gardeners with limited space, patios, balconies, or poor soil. Containers warm…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Potato Varieties for Sandy Soil

Best Potato Varieties for Sandy Soil Sandy soil is light, warms up quickly in spring, and drains freely — all qualities that suit potatoes very well. However, sandy soils can…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Potato Varieties for Heavy Clay Soil

Best Potato Varieties for Heavy Clay Soil Growing potatoes in heavy clay soil can be challenging due to poor drainage, compaction, and slow warming in spring. However, by choosing the…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Blight-Resistant Potato Varieties (UK Guide)

Best Blight-Resistant Potato Varieties (UK Guide) Late blight is one of the biggest threats to potato crops in the UK, especially during wet summers. Choosing blight-resistant potato varieties makes it…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Yellow Potato Varieties: Taste and Growing Tips

Yellow Potato Varieties: Taste and Growing Tips Yellow potato varieties are valued for their golden flesh, naturally buttery flavour, and creamy texture. They grow well in UK conditions and are…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

White Potato Varieties Explained

White Potato Varieties Explained White potato varieties are among the most widely grown potatoes in the UK. They are valued for their pale skins, light flesh, and versatility in the…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Red Potato Varieties: How to Grow and Use Them

Red Potato Varieties: How to Grow and Use Them Red potato varieties are popular for their attractive red skins, firm texture, and versatility in the kitchen. They grow well in…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Salad Potato Varieties to Grow

Best Salad Potato Varieties to Grow Salad potatoes are prized for their firm, waxy texture and ability to hold their shape after cooking. They are perfect for salads, light meals,…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben January 28, 2026

Best Potatoes for Mash (UK Guide)

Best Potatoes for Mash (UK Guide) Mashed potatoes are a staple of UK cooking, and choosing the right potato variety makes all the difference. The best potatoes for mash produce…[...]

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