A popular variety  with very uniform shape and pale skin, a good choice for the showbench and also has great flavour for cooking.
A good source of energy boosting carbohydrates and high in Vitamin C and Potassium.
 
When to Sow : Mid Mar - Mid May
 
HOW TO SOW:
In a well prepared seed bed with stones removed and cumbly soil which has been dug over. The soil must be light and well drained.
Sow thinly  in rows one seed every few cm. When large enough to handle gradually thin to 10cm final spacing.
Parsnips can be tricky to germinate.  Delay sowing if weather is cold and wet.  Can also be pre sprouted using the wet paper towel bag method and then transplanted once germination has occured.
 
Classification: Hardy Annual
Germination Time: 8 Weeks
Harvest Time:Sep - Feb
Site: Full Sun/ Partial Sun
 
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Hoe carefully around plants taking care not to damage the roots. 
Use: Edible
Harvest: By loosening the soil around the roots with a fork before pulling. Flavour is sweeter after a frost.
 
Days to Maturity:  154 Days
Feed:No special requirements
Plant Spacing:  10cm