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Parsnip Imperial Crown

£1.95
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Product Code
13404

STAR BUY. Selected and maintained on our farm, Imperial Crown is chosen for its long smooth roots but with a small crown. This variety has an excellent sweet flavour and crunchy texture. Because of its uniformity it makes for a good exhibition variety. Parsnip is a particularly British vegetable because of its winter hardiness. Thankfully it is now reviving as a popular choice thanks to more imaginative uses in cooking. Roast with your Sunday joint or par-boil, roll in flour and Parmesan cheese and roast, delicious! 

Notes: Do not transplant

WHEN TO SOW March to May.

WHERE TO SOW Sow thinly direct into the growing site 2cm (¾"") deep in rows 45cm (18in) apart. Try to choose a stone free tilth growing site. Parsnips can take up to 8 weeks to germinate depending on soil temperatures. You are better to delay sowings if soils are wet and cold. WHAT TO DO NEXT Do not transplant seedlings. A s soon as seedlings appear , they should be gradually thinned until plants are 10cm 4in) apart. Hoe regularly , taking care not to damage the crown of the root. MATURITY September to February

HANDY TIP Often considered that the flavour is sweeter once plants have had a good frost.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES A good source of energy boosting carbohydrates and high in vitamin C and potassium.

More Information
EAN 5027559134043
Vegetable Variety Parsnip
Supplier / Brand Kings Seeds

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