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Kennebec Potato
Solanum tuberosum
About Plant: Kennebec Potato
Kennebec Potato is a potato cultivar grown from seed potatoes in loose, well-drained soil; hill plants as stems grow to protect developing tubers.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.0)
Spacing10–12 inches
HeightVaries
Time to Harvest70–120 days
Planting Depth3–4 inches; hill as plants grow
Germination TimeVaries
Expert Growing Tips
Plant certified seed potatoes in cool spring soil. Hill soil or mulch around stems as plants grow and keep tubers covered from light.