Parsnip Hollow Crown 8211 Burpee Seeds

Pastinaca sativa HEIRLOOM. Mild, white flesh is fine-grained. Enjoyed for the nutty, sweet taste of the mild, white flesh, parsnips are a root garden must-have. Heirlooms 12″ long, 3″ thick roots reveal their attractive flavor post-frost. Full-flavored parsnips are tantalizing roasted with potatoes, turnips, and other roots; lend sweet heft to soups and stews. Lushly sweet complement to roasts. Thrives in deeply prepared soil.105 days to maturity, full sun.1.8g of seed For sweetest flavor, harvest parsnips after a light frost. Continue to harvest parsnips all winter when the ground is not frozen. In areas with severe winters, mulch the area in early winter to keep the ground from freezing as long as possible. Harvest any remaining parsnips in the spring. Try roasting, for a delicate, sweet earthy treat. When storing, keep in the refrigerator in a plastic bag to retain moisture. Parsnips may be stored 2-6 months this way. Parsnips may be frozen after blanching. They may also be canned.