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Magic Molly Potato

Scientific Name: Solanum tuberosum 'Magic Molly'

Plant type

annual / biennial, bulb / corm / tuber, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Magic Molly Potato plant details

Magic Molly Potato is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magic Molly Potato

Plant type: annual / biennial bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Uses: award-winning, container plant, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magic Molly Potato

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Many colorful potatoes lose their great pigment when boiled - not Magic Molly. This variety has deep purple skins and flesh, a large fingerling form and a deep earthy flavor. Magic Molly matures late in the season and stores exceptionally well, lasting into early spring. This Alaska-bred potato is a Green Thumb Award winner, with anthocyanin-rich skin and flesh. Why Grow Potatoes? For the rich, freshly harvested flavor! Grow varieties that aren't available at the market Choose size, color and use varieties tailored to your favorite recipes Magic Molly can also be harvested early and enjoyed as fingerlings Potatoes can be grown in the garden, in tubs, half whiskey barrels, horticultural fabric bags and other large containers - use your imagination!

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Magic Molly Potato plant

How to Grow Magic Molly Potato

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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