SEASONALITY

T h e   s e a s o n   c h a n g e s   t h e   p o t a t o .

Learn how potato seasons work, and when to expect each of our varieties.

INTRODUCING POTATO SEASONS

P o t a t o e s   a r e   g r o w n   a n d   h a r v e s t e d   s e a s o n a l l y ,   b u t   n o t   a l l   o f   o u r   p o t a t o e s   a r e   g r o w n   a t   t h e   s a m e   t i m e .   U n d e r s t a n d i n g   t h e   s e a s o n a l   w i n d o w s   i s   h o w   y o u   e a t   e v e r y   v a r i e t y   a t   i t s   b e s t ,   a n d   i t   i s   w h y   o u r   r a n g e   c h a n g e s   t h r o u g h   t h e   y e a r .

Understanding seasonality

Every potato has a season. Each variety follows its own cycle of planting, growth and harvest, which is why our range changes through the year, and reaches your kitchen when its flavour and texture are at their peak.

Embracing the change in climate

The potatoes you'll see in season, follow the rhythm of the land. Our farm, and many of our grower partners have two harvests, one through autumn and winter, one through summer.

Our potatoes are never cold stored

This is our guarantee to you. Our potatoes are fresh and we believe this is how it should always be. Cold storage affects the texture of potatoes, especially starchy varieties (the ones you want to crisp up!).

Some potatoes have short seasons

Some of our rarest varieties appear for only a few short weeks. When the season ends, they end with it, until the next harvest brings them back. Subscribe to know when a new harvest is ahead.

THE LIFECYCLE OF A POTATO

E v e r y   p o t a t o   h a s   a   s e a s o n .

1
Planted

Planting happens when the ground is right for the variety.

2
Grown

The crop grows over 3 to 5 months, harvested at full flavour.

3
Rested

After harvest, potatoes rest briefly in cool, dark conditions that preserve freshness naturally.

4
To your door

They travel to markets, kitchens and your door. When a variety sells through, it's gone until the next harvest.

Two harvests, many regions

A range that follows the land all year round.

Victoria gives us two harvests each year, one through autumn and winter, and one through summer. Our family farm near Ballarat and many of our grower partners follow that rhythm.

For seasonal conditions or specialty varieties, we also work with select growers in Tasmania, Western Australia and Queensland, matching each variety to the region that grows it best.

New SeasonFreshly harvested, with delicate skins and a fresh, clean flavour. End of SeasonMatured, bringing deeper flavour and richness. Each has its moment in the kitchen, and each is worth knowing. Short SeasonSome potatoes are grown in smaller quantities, or they require just the right conditions to thrive, so only produce a small amount that meet our quality standards. These may only be available few weeks each year. Skipped SeasonNot all potato varieties appear each season, as unpredictable weather and other conditions can sometimes result in a missed season.

IN SEASON NOW

Here is what the season is offering right now.

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Sebago Potatoes
Sebago Potatoes
IN SEASON
Sebago Potatoes
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CALENDAR SNAPSHOT

Welcome to our seasonal guide

Majority of the varieties we grow and source, and when to expect them. Seasons shift a little each year with the weather, so treat these windows as an indication of the season, rather than a promise.

In season
Shoulder - start or end of window
Resting
Brief season - order early
Variety
Type
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F
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A
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J
J
A
S
O
N
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Now
Andean Sunrise*
STARCHY
Resting
Blackwood Gold
Starchy
Resting
Blue Moon
Starchy
In season
Coliban
Starchy
Resting
Cranberry Red*
STARCHY
Resting
Crimson Pearl*
STARCHY
Resting
Dutch Cream
WAXY
In season
Exton*
Starchy
Resting
Fontane
Starchy
In season
Gatsby
STARCHY
In season
Gippy Gold
Starchy
In season
Innovator
Starchy
In season
Kennebec*
Starchy
Resting
King Edward
Starchy
In season
Kipfler
Waxy
In season
La Ratte*
Waxy
Resting
Maris Piper
Starchy
In season
Mayan Gold*
Starchy
Resting
Mayan Twilight*
Starchy
In season
Midnight Pearl*
Waxy
In season
Nicola
Waxy
In season
Otway Red*
Starchy
Resting
Peruvian Gold*
Starchy
Resting
Pink Eye*
Waxy
Resting
Pink Fir Apple
Waxy
In season
Pontiac*
Starchy
Resting
Prince of Orange
Waxy
In season
Purple Bliss
Waxy
Resting
Purple Sapphire*
Waxy
Resting
Red Foo*
Starchy
In season
Red Rascal
Waxy
In season
Russet
Starchy
In season
Sebago
Starchy
In season
Spunta*
Starchy
Resting
Tasmanian Bismark*
Starchy
Resting
Toolangi Delight
Starchy
Resting
Wilwash
Waxy
Resting
Yukon Gold
Starchy
Resting

How to read the guide: 

  • A variety marked in season is available now. 
  • A variety out of season, or it's seasons harvest has been sold out it will be marked as resting.
  • Resting potatoes should be available at the next harvest.
  • Thought out of season or stock, each resting potato's page stays live so you can learn about it, set an alert, and plan ahead. 
  • Where a season is marked as brief (*), order early - these are the varieties that sell through fastest.
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SHIPPING & FRESHNESS

Now you know about potato seasons, do you need some ideas to find your next potato? The dishes below from some of the finest restaurants around Australia might inspire your next meal.

Charred Kipfler with Native Herbs

Chefs love the consistency of our Kipfler potatoes.
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Charred Kipfler with Native Herbs

Twice cooked crispy chips

Maris Piper that roasts to perfection
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Twice cooked crispy chips

Mayan Gold Duck Fat Roasties

A variety nobody else could source for us. Spud Sisters range is incredible.
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Mayan Gold Duck Fat Roasties

Signature Blue Moon Mash

Blue Moon Potatoes give the mash a flavour guests rave about.
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A plated gourmet dish featuring sliced raw beef with a dark red sauce, topped with green asparagus and served over blue moon mashed potatoes on a dark gray plate against a white background.
A NOTE FOR CHEFS
Menus built around the seasons get the best of our range.

We help kitchens plan variety availability across the year, recommend substitutions between seasons, and give notice when a specialty variety is approaching harvest. For seasonal planning, speak with our wholesale team.

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SEASONAL FAQ

S t i l l   c u r i o u s   a b o u t   s e a s o n a l i t y ?   Y o u r   q u e s t i o n s   m a y   b e   a n s w e r e d   b e l o w .

It is most likely resting between harvests. Every variety has its own window, and when a crop sells through, it is gone until the next harvest brings it back. Its page stays live so you can set an alert and plan ahead.

It varies widely by variety. Staples like Sebago are with us most of the year, while short-season specialty varieties may appear for only a few weeks. The season guide above shows each window.

New season potatoes are freshly harvested, with delicate skins and light flavour. End of season potatoes have matured, bringing deeper flavour and richness, each has its moment in the kitchen.

Yes. In season means the variety has recently been harvested and is at its peak of flavour and texture. Out of window, we would rather rest a variety than sell it below its best.

If a variety you love is out of season or has sold out already, when you are on the product page it will prompt you to enter your email to notify you when the potato is back in season. Although it is always worth seeing what is in season, to try something new.

Many chefs often do select a particular potato variety when they are planning their menu, based on the upcoming season and what flavour and texture complements the other ingredients.

We help kitchens plan variety availability across the year, recommend substitutions between seasons, and give notice when a specialty variety is approaching harvest.

Better potatoes start with better farming.
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