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King Edward Potatoes

King Edwards are long, oval, floury potatoes with pinkish skins and a creamy white flesh. The eyes on the potato are white and red.

Above ground, the plant produces purple flowers with white tips.

In Australia, they are grown mainly in southern Tasmania.

Cooking Tips

Good for mashing and baking and making gnocchi. Not good for boiling, salads or for steaming.

History Notes

King Edward Potatoes were developed in Britain; released 1902.

This page first published: Dec 3, 2003 · Updated: May 18, 2018.

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