Name: Purple Haida Potato
Brand: Solanum tuberosum
Price: 20.00 CAD
Availability: InStock

Purple potatoes on a wooden surface with one sliced open to reveal purple flesh.

Purple Haida Potato

Solanum tuberosum

This 2026 hybrid variety developed at Metchosin Farm through our Potato Project breeding program. It was inspired by the heritage and resilience of the traditional Haida Potato and was derived from it and our own MyChosen Purple Potato. This unique selection produces small to medium-sized tubers with striking purple flesh and a smooth skin, offering a creamy texture and rich, earthy flavour. Its vibrant colour holds well when cooked, making it an eye-catching addition to a wide range of dishes. Bred for performance in coastal climates, Purple Haida Potato combines beauty, flavour, and reliability in a truly distinctive new variety. It differs from our Midnight Mix as you are guaranteed to get only this variety.

Where Can You Grow Purple Haida Potato
Purple Haida Potato thrives in cool, temperate climates and performs especially well in coastal regions with moderate summers. It prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, while maintaining tolerance for damp, maritime conditions. Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and larger containers with adequate depth.

History and Historical Uses
Developed and released in 2026 at Metchosin Farm, this variety builds on the legacy of the Haida Potato while introducing a vibrant new expression through careful hybrid selection. While distinct, it honours the long-standing tradition of potato cultivation on the Pacific Northwest Coast, where similar varieties have been valued for their resilience, flavour, and storage qualities.

Canadian Zone Information

Zones 3-9: Plant in spring once soil has warmed and risk of hard frost has passed
Coastal Regions: Particularly well adapted to mild, moist coastal climates
Short Season Areas: Performs reliably due to its early to mid-season maturity

How to Grow and Harvest Purple Haida Potato

Planting: Cut seed potatoes into pieces with at least one eye and plant 10–15 cm deep, spaced 30 cm apart
Soil: Prefers loose, fertile soil enriched with compost
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Hilling: Mound soil around plants as they grow to protect developing tubers
Harvesting: Harvest new potatoes early or wait until foliage dies back for mature storage potatoes

Tuber Saving Tips for Future Supply

Selection: Choose healthy, disease-free tubers for replanting
Storage: Cure and store in a cool, dark, well-ventilated space
Longevity: Properly stored seed potatoes can remain viable for several planting seasons
Rotation: Rotate growing locations yearly to reduce disease risk

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North Okanagan Organics Association

≈ 8-10 seeds | 450g (16.0oz)

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Seed Potatoes

If you receive your order in the fall or winter you will need to store your potatoes until spring.

Storage: Store potatoes in a cool (not freezing), dry, dark, and rodent-free place. Store in a breathable material like a paper bag or cardboard box to prevent condensation, which can lead to mould. Find an area with good air circulation that won’t dry your potatoes out completely. Check potatoes every 2-3 weeks and remove any that show signs of rot. Potatoes may become soft and wrinkly or sprout in storage. This is normal, simply handle these tubers with care.

Planting: Soil is ready for spring planting when the ground outside is about 7°C. Potatoes should be planted whole. Plant potatoes in holes 25-38cm (15-20in) apart and cover with 6-8cm (2-3in) of soil. A late frost after planting is okay as long as your potatoes are covered.


Common Name	Purple Haida Potato
Scientific Name	Solanum tuberosum
Seed Count	8-10
Metric Weight	450 g
Imperial Weight	16.0 oz
Height	0.3-0.6m (12-24in)
Spread	0.45-0.6m (18-24in)
Canadian Zone Information	2-9
Growing Difficulty	Easy

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