Parsnips from Guernesey - organic seeds

Parsnip from Guernsey - Organic Seeds

The Parsnip from Guernsey has a root with a depressed collar and a voluminous, slightly round pear-shaped root. It is a highly productive, frost-hardy variety that produces roots of excellent quality, perfect for winter harvests.

Cultivation Advice for Parsnip from Guernsey

• Sowing Time: Sow from March to mid-June in rows with 30-40 cm between rows. Thin out the plants to a spacing of 15 cm after emergence.
• Harvesting Time: Harvest from August to December, though the parsnip can remain in the ground throughout the winter.
• Sunlight: Sow in full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Parsnip can be grown in all soils, but it prefers light, moist soils for optimal growth.

Care and Disease

• Diseases: Parsnips are prone to diseases such as downy mildew and true mildew. If these diseases appear, spray with horsetail extract or Pur'mel 3.
• Pests: The root fly is a known pest of parsnips, and it can cause significant damage. Consider using sticky traps to reduce the impact of this pest.

Harvesting and Storing

• Harvest: Parsnip is typically harvested from August to December, but it can remain in the ground throughout the winter.
• Storage: Store the harvested parsnips in a cool, dry, and dark place.

Health Benefits of Parsnip

• Nutritional Value: Parsnip is rich in antioxidants, trace elements, and vitamins. As an alkaline vegetable, it boosts the immune system, provides energy to tired bodies, and is good for the heart.
• Fiber and Digestion: Its high fiber content aids in good intestinal transit.
• Weight Management: Parsnip is low in calories and high in water, making it a weight-loss friendly food.