Shetland Black
Seven uncooked unpeeled Shetland Black potatoes on a checked cloth background
Shetland Black is a second early variety of potato. It was developed in the Victorian era and is suitable for roasting, baking or steaming. The potato skin is a dark purple colour, fairly small compared with modern cultivars, kidney shaped, and when sliced had a purple ring near the edge. Once cooked it has a fluffy floury texture. It comes from the Shetland Islands. It is shallow rooted and is suitable for container growing.
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