This classic French heirloom dates back to the 1820s, renowned for its ability to thrive in shallow soils. The plants produce medium to short roots with a creamy white hue and large tops. The roots are tapered and boast a deliciously rich, nutty flavour, making them perfect for roasting. Known for its versatility in the kitchen, this variety has been cherished for generations. Often referred to as 'Guernsey Half Long,' it's a must-have for any heirloom vegetable garden.
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Parsnip
Pastinaca sativa
Known in the Mediterranean from ancient times. Best steamed and popular baked. Grows in a similar fashion to carrot with deep friable soil. Ensure germination by pressing soil and keeping moist, cover soil with paper up to 3 weeks, matures by 21 weeks. Frost improves flavour.
230-400 seeds per gram
Parsnip seeds planting information:
| Tropics: | Mar-May |
| Subtropic: | Feb-Sep |
| Mild: | Jul-Mar |
| Cold/Frost: | Aug-Feb |
| Plant space cm: | 8-10 |
| Row space cm: | 35-50 |
| Depth cm: | 0.5-1 |
| Best soil temp: | 6-21 °C |
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| Number of seeds per gram: | 230-400 |
| Rate per hectare: | 5-6kg |
| Average days to maturity: | 120-140 |
Companion Planting
Try these plants as good neighbours for Parsnip
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W.A. CustomersDue to quarantine restrictions in W.A. there is a 10,000 seeds limit per each variety.
Parsnip seed count is 230-400 seeds per gram. Please stay under this 10,000 seeds limit when ordering seeds as we will have to reduce or remove it from your order. If you have any queries on ordering large quantities please phone us on (07) 5533 1177.
TAS CustomersDue to quarantine restrictions in TAS there is an 800g limit per each seed variety.
Please stay under this 800g limit when ordering seeds as we will have to reduce or remove it from your order.
