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Parsnip Growing Guide

Parsnip Growing Guide

Crop Rotation Group

Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family) ●

Soil

Deeply worked soil that has not had compost or manure added within 6 months.

Position

Sun or partial shade.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not required.

Companions

Onion, Onions and Radish.

Spacing

Single Plants: 7" (20cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 7" (20cm) with 11" (30cm) row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow direct into soil, and cover the seeded bed or furrow with a board to keep it moist. Germination often takes up to 2 weeks.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Thin seedlings to proper spacing when they are 4 inches tall. Mulch to deter weeds and keep soil moist.

Harvesting

Use a digging fork to loosen soil along outside of the planting before pulling roots. Can be left in the soil through winter in many areas.

Pests which Affect Parsnip

Parsnip Growing Guide

Aphids (General)

Parsnip Growing Guide

Carrot Rust Fly

Parsnip Growing Guide

Slug

Parsnip Growing Guide

Snail

Plant Diseases which Affect Parsnip

Parsnip Growing Guide

Carrot Powdery Mildew

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