{"product_id":"midnight-mix","title":"Midnight Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eMidnight Mix is the result of an\u003cspan\u003e accidental cross between the 1794 Haida Ozette and Metchosin Farm’s own My-Chosen Purple potatoes. While we initially tried separating the new offspring into different varieties we found it impossible to be certain without cutting each tuber open. After 2 years of growing out these new crosses, the deep purple\/white tubers just kept getting more diverse and interesting, and at 6 different types identified and counting we finally gave up and named them all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow these potatoes and enjoy a constellation of dark purple\/black skins and interiors of speckled white\/purple to pure solid purple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese potatoes are ideal for boiling, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand the best choice for potato salad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompanion plants like beans, corn, and marigolds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Can You Grow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidnight Mix Potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis variety thrives in well-draining soil with full sun and is suitable for Zones 4-9. It performs well in traditional garden beds, raised beds, and containers, making it versatile for a variety of gardening setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMidnight Mix was developed in 2025 by Metchosin Farm through their Potato Project Breeding Program. It is the result of an\u003cspan\u003e accidental cross between the 1794 Haida Ozette and Metchosin Farm’s own My-Chosen Purple potatoes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Zones 8-9:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant seed potatoes in early spring for a summer harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Zones 5-7:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in mid-spring after the ground has warmed, harvesting in late summer or early autumn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Zone 4:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start planting as soon as the soil is workable in spring and harvest before the first frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Midnight Mix Potatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure well-drained, fertile soil. Add compost or organic matter before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut seed potatoes into pieces with at least one eye per piece. Plant 10-15cm (4-6in) deep and 30-45cm (12-18in) apart in rows. Space rows 60cm (24in) apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mound soil around stems as the plants grow to protect tubers and encourage yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when the foliage dies back or earlier for smaller, new potatoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Save Potato Seed Fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotato seed fruit, or potato berries, can be saved to grow new plants. Follow these steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest the Berries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow potato plants to produce and ripen their small green or purple seed fruit. Harvest when the berries are soft and fully mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtract the Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice the berries open and scoop out the seeds along with the surrounding gel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the seeds and gel in a jar with a small amount of water. Let it sit uncovered at room temperature for 2-3 days, stirring daily to break up the gel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse and Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the seeds thoroughly, removing any remaining pulp. Spread the seeds on a clean towel or screen to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store the dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for 2-5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growing potatoes from true seed is more complex and often used by breeders to develop new varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122929180914,"sku":"MF-ROOT-029","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/IMG_0977.jpg?v=1772481926","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/midnight-mix","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}