Overview
Parsnips need a really long growing season but they're well worth the wait. Sow seeds early in the year and look forward to parsnips roasted for the Christmas table, or in warming winter soups.
Do it:
February - May
At its best:
February - March
Takes just:
30 minutes
How to do it
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Using string as a guide and a trowel or draw hoe, dig a shallow trench about 15mm deep. -
Sow seeds individually along the row or in groups of two or three at regular intervals, about 10cm apart. You could use a pre-marked board for accurate spacing. -
Thin out the weaker seedlings to give your plants room to grow, so you're left with just one plant every 10cm.
"In warmer districts and on light soils, try to sow the parsnip seeds in February and March. If you have a clay soil, wait until the end of March."
Comments and rating
Overall rating (from 7 ratings):
5 out of 5
Just superb, I have always enjoyed the program and didn't think it could get any better, and then this comes along ... Well done indeed, well done.
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4 out of 5
I'm a first time grower and these tips have been brilliant in helping me know when to plant the various seeds and how to do it properly. thanks Gardeners World!
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4 out of 5
Make it seem so simple - which I guess it is
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5 out of 5
Nice and simple - Thank you!
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4 out of 5
sooty rated this article
02 February 2009
4 out of 5
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