Avon are oblong potatoes with smooth, buff skin and white flesh.
The potato is about 3 1/2 inches (8.5 cm) long, 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide, 2 1/2 inches (5 cm) tall.
It was designed for all-purpose table use.
It is not in production anymore.
History Notes
Avon Potatoes were developed by Agriculture Canada in New Brunswick from a cross between two potatoes referred to as F1464-26 and USDA X96-56. During development, was referred to as “F4713.” Released 1958.