Austrian Crescent

Family: Solanaceae Root Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Austrian Crescent fingerlings pour onto the plate with a buttery, nutty richness and a gently sweet, earthy depth.

Their slender, crescent-arched shape holds a smooth, waxy skin in warm golden tones, while the flesh turns tender and creamy when cooked—ideal for roasting, pan-browning, and elegant fresh preparations. Grow Austrian Crescent for a harvest that feels both refined and abundant, with tubers that look as good as they taste in every application.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Spreading

Botanical illustration of Austrian Crescent

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Austrian Crescent Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Aug 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 30th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 21st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Jun 4th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Spreading
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	55
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	40
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

A fingerling built for heat: Austrian Crescent browns aggressively while staying tender, so you get crisp, fragrant edges without turning mealy. Their nutty-sweet earthiness loves browned fats and sharp acid—finish with lemon or Dijon and let the potatoes do the talking.

Best Uses

hot-oven roasting with high heat to bronze the crescent shape
pan-browned potatoes that get crisp edges and a creamy center
steam-and-toss “fresh” potatoes with butter and herbs for a clean, elegant finish
light braises or fondant-style preparations where the skin stays intact

Flavor Profile

buttery, nutty richness gently sweet, earthy depth smooth, waxy bite that turns creamy-tender when cooked

Kitchen Pairings

brown butter garlic fresh thyme dijon mustard lemon zest smoked paprika

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest or disease for Solanum tuberosum (potatoes) and how do I treat it in my garden?

Late blight (typically causing dark, water-soaked leaf spots that spread quickly in wet weather) is a major disease concern for Solanum tuberosum. Remove and destroy infected foliage as soon as you spot it, improve airflow by spacing plants properly, and avoid wetting leaves when watering. If the problem escalates, use a labeled late-blight fungicide appropriate for potatoes and follow the label schedule strictly.

How often should I water Austrian Crescent potatoes during their main growing phase?

During active tuber bulking (roughly weeks 4–8 after planting, before vines start fading), keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry, typically about 1 inch per week total from rainfall plus irrigation, and increase frequency during hot spells. Consistent moisture helps prevent misshapen tubers; fluctuating drought and saturation can lead to cracking and hollow growth.

How can I tell when Austrian Crescent potatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 90 days after planting, or when the plants’ vines yellow and begin to die back. For “new potatoes,” you can dig a small test tuber earlier, but for full-size harvest wait until the skins are set—scrape a tuber lightly and it should resist peeling. On harvest day, choose a dry period so tubers can cure and dry with less skin damage.