Bill,
First earlies like Swift can be harvested in as little as 8 to 9 weeks in a good year 10 to 12 weeks in a bad one.
I didn't bother with Swift this year and grew Red Duke of York for the first time instead. They take slightly longer in the ground but IMO they are more tasty.
Another thing you might consider is Lady Christl these are a first early but I leave some of mine in ground for about 18 weeks. They continue to grow and make great chippers and bakers, lovely taste to.
If you suffer with blight the less time the plants are exposed whilst growing the better.
Potty
First earlies like Swift can be harvested in as little as 8 to 9 weeks in a good year 10 to 12 weeks in a bad one.
I didn't bother with Swift this year and grew Red Duke of York for the first time instead. They take slightly longer in the ground but IMO they are more tasty.
Another thing you might consider is Lady Christl these are a first early but I leave some of mine in ground for about 18 weeks. They continue to grow and make great chippers and bakers, lovely taste to.
If you suffer with blight the less time the plants are exposed whilst growing the better.
Potty
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