Purple Majesty is a deep-purple potato developed by the Colorado potato breeding program and released in the mid-2000s, bred for intense pigmentation and uniform tuber quality. Both skin and flesh are a vivid, uniform purple driven by high anthocyanin content, and the color is more stable through cooking than in many blue varieties. The medium oblong tubers have a moist, medium-starch flesh good for mashing, roasting, and chips, delivering dramatic color to the plate. It matures mid-season and yields well. Marketed heavily for its antioxidant-rich purple flesh, Purple Majesty is popular with home gardeners and specialty markets that value colorful, nutritious produce.
Flavor Profile
Moist, mild flesh with earthy notes; makes striking purple mash and chips that keep color well.
Visual Characteristics
Medium oblong tubers with vivid uniform purple skin and deep purple flesh.
Growing Tips
Holds its purple color through cooking better than most blue types; roast or bake to showcase it. Mid-season.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.