Description
Countess f1 parsnip seed by Mr. Fothergill’s. Canker resistant roots. A new maincrop variety producing very high yields with smooth skins. Very good tolerance to canker and cavity spot. Grown for its sweetness, they are wonderful roasted, fried, boiled or mashed. Useful Information: Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit; High pest and disease resistance; Vitamin C; Vitamin E; Folate Sow and grow: Outdoors: sow thinly February-May, where they are to crop, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, light, fertile soil, which has already been watered. Allow 40 cm (16-inch) between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings usually appear in 14-32 days. Thin plants to 20 cm (8-inch) apart. Replace any dislodged soil. Water well until plants are established. Leave roots in the ground until required, as they improve after exposure to autumn frosts. Harvest: October-February. Hints and tips: Bred to help reduce plant disease naturally: If you want to garden organically or use less chemicals, these modern disease-resistant varieties will help. Greatly reducing the need for chemicals, they give tasty crops from the garden.
1x 200 Seeds Pack