Plant Overview
Parsnips
Pastinaca sativa
Medium
Sweet root vegetable, improves with frost
Quick Information
Sowing Period
Start: Early August
End: Mid August
Growing Difficulty
Medium
Detailed Growing Information
Growing Tips
Sow in deep, stone-free soil. Seeds can be slow to germinate. Leave in ground until needed - frost improves flavor.
Companion Plants
Plants that grow well with Parsnips
Carrots
Onions
Lettuce
Peas