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Parsnip ‘Hollow Crown’

Original price was: $0.50.Current price is: $0.20.

Pastinaca sativa

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • popular variety
  • long, tapered, white roots sweeter after frost
  • nutty, earthy flavour; some say “slightly spicy”

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

SKU: PSN-HC Categories: ,

Description

Parsnip ‘Hollow Crown’, a popular variety of the root vegetable, is an heirloom from the 1820s. The roots are long, up to 40cm in perfect conditions. The flavour is slightly spicy, nutty and earthy; it is sweeter after the first frost. This variety can be eaten raw or cooked.

Additional information

Best By

Jan-25

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

30 seeds

Lifecycle

biennial

Sowing Months

April; August; July; June; March; May; October; September

Method

direct sow

Depth to Sow

5mm

Germination

14-21 days

Distance Apart

10cm

Harvest

80-135 days