Overview
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' is a climbing herbaceous perennial in the genus Solanum, part of the Solanaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.
About
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Solanum genus, known for its climbing habit and semi-evergreen foliage. This potato variety thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, favouring full sun exposure on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is well-suited to city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden settings, as well as wall-side borders and flower beds. The plant benefits from moist but well-drained soil and can be propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings, with its season of interest in summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Solanum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus (rarely), tomato spotted wilt, grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia'?
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' need?
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' hardy in the UK?
Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Solanum tuberosum 'Batavia'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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