Delicious distinctly black skinned root vegetable. Similar to the white skinned Salsify, it is more vigorous, has earlier maturity and wider leaves needing a greater distance between plants. Cultivate in the same manner as you would Parsnip by direct sowing from spring through to early summer and harvesting in autumn.
Matures 120 days from direct sowing.
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Scorzonera hispanica
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-20 | 14-21 |
7cm
|
Hardy | 1.2.3 | 200 |
Direct Sow
|
European Cuisine
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KEY to WHEN TO SOW |
1 Early Spring | 2 Late Spring & Early Summer |
3 Late Summer & Early Autumn |
