Every year, Livingseeds makes certified, disease-free seed potatoes available to home gardeners across the country. We bring in fresh stock each season, and because of their popularity, many of our varieties sell out quickly. In the past, we have opened pre-orders through our newsletter and social media so that our regular customers could reserve their potatoes in advance. This year, however, we are doing things differently. Instead of pre-orders, we are opening sales as soon as the seed potatoes arrive and shipping them immediately.

You can rest assured that we will only send seed potatoes when it is the right time to plant. This ensures that your plants have the best possible start and that you enjoy the best results in your garden.

We supply seed potatoes for two main planting seasons in South Africa. The first is the early crop, which runs from August to October. If you get these potatoes into the soil early enough, you can look forward to a harvest in December. Many families love serving their own freshly dug, organic potatoes at Christmas, and it has become a special tradition for some of our long-time customers.

The second season is the main crop planting window, which runs from December to early February. Main crop planting is especially important for gardeners who want to grow potatoes that will keep them supplied through the winter months. When planted at the correct time, these potatoes mature into a robust harvest that stores well. With the right conditions and proper storage techniques, your main crop potatoes can last for many months, providing a steady supply of homegrown food well after the harvest season has ended. This makes main crop planting ideal for anyone wanting to build up a reserve of organic potatoes for daily use, while also enjoying the security and satisfaction of eating what you have grown yourself.

For those who are looking for something a little different, Livingseeds occasionally offers rare and exciting heirloom potato varieties. These are released in limited quantities, and the best way to hear about them first is to subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on Facebook. This way, you will never miss out on a new or limited-release variety.

If you would like more detailed guidance on growing potatoes, we provide free downloadable instructions on our website. These cover the full process from planting and tending your crop to harvesting and storing your potatoes. Simply log in to your account and head over to the Free Downloads section.