How Do You Grow Parsnips In The Home Garden?
Parsnips are root vegetables that are to grow in the home garden and require little maintenance. They have a long growing season and are generally harvested in the fall. These vegetables can be baked, boiled, and generally treated like potatoes. Parsnips are high in fiber, potassium, vitamins C and K. Choose a variety of parsnip to grow, depending on needs and preferences. The variety Dagger is resistant to canker and has a high yield. Some parsnips are slim and smooth like Javelin. Andover is more cylindrical shaped. Chose a plot to grow the parsnips in. They prefer a sunny area and light sandy soil. Parsnips do best in slightly acidic soil that is deep. Be sure to remove all rocks or they can deform the roots. Parsnips can also do well in a shady spot. Parsnip seeds are slow to germinate and do not do well in cold weather. Sow them directly into the ground in mid or late spring. When seedlings have about 4 leaves thin them to be about 4-6 inches apart. Beware of sowing on windy days
