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Parsnip Victor F1

EXHIBITION.

Victor F1 is an early variety that carries its weight evenly along the whole length of its long tapering roots, making it ideal for Exhibition use. This variety has already won many prizes at NVS Shows and is expected to be the number 1 parsnip grown by exhibitors in the future.

Parsnip is a particularly British vegetable because of its winter hardiness. Thankfully it is now reviving as a popular choice thanks to more imaginative uses in cooking. Roast with your Sunday joint or par-boil, roll in flour and Parmesan cheese and roast, delicious!

Product Part No: 13415

Pack size: 500 Seeds

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Price: £2.60

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Additional Details

When to Sow Victor F1 Parsnip Seeds

Mid-March to Mid-May

Where to Sow

sow thinly direct into the growing site 2cm (3/4") deep in rows 45cm (18") apart. Try to choose a stone free tilth growing site. Parsnips can take up to 8 weeks to germinate depending on soil temperatures. You are better to delay sowings if soils are wet and cold.

What to do next

Do not transplant seedlings. As soon as seedlings appear they should be gradually thinned out until plants are 10cm (4") apart. Hoe regularly, taking care not to damage the crown of the root.

Harvest

September to February

Nutritional Values

A good source of energy boosting carbohydrates and high in Vitamin C and Potassium.

Handy Tip

If growing for Exhibition, wanting long straight roots, bore deep holes with a long bar and fill with a sandy compost mix and sow 2-3 seeds per station, then thin to the strongest seedling.