Monday 6 December 2021

In My Seed Box For 2022 - Salsify

Another one of those seed pack varieties that come free on the cover of Kitchen Garden that I have never tasted before. I had the seeds and and tried growing in 2021. Only 3 grew and they looked nothing like the photo left. 

I still have a good number of seeds left and will be having another bash in 2022  

Salsify - Sandwich Island - 75 Seeds - Free on Kitchen Garden Magazine.

The pack on the Kings Seeds web site cost £1.30 for 150 Seeds, on the magazine pack the contents are 75 Seeds and the RRP is stated as being £1.40 so cost more for less seeds, of just made to look more of a bargain than it really is. 

  • Description
  • One of the lesser know root vegetables, this vegetable has never gained the popularity it enjoys in Europe. The roots are not unlike a thin parsnip in appearance but are delicate in flavour which is delightful. It can also be cooked in much the same was as you would a parsnip.

    Salsify is often referred to as the Vegetable Oyster because once cooked, it takes on the rich taste of oysters! It produces light brown skins with creamy white flesh. and needs a good soil for best results.

  • Pack size: 150 Seeds
  • WHEN TO SOW

    Late March to early May.

    WHERE TO SOW

    In growing site 2cm deep sow 3 seeds in groups at intervals of 15cm.

    WHAT TO DO NEXT

    Thin to a single seedling to each site as soon as possible and water regularly.

    MATURITY

    October onwards.

    HANDY TIP

    Roots can be left in ground until required. Clean roots for boiling or roasting and peel when cooked for best flavour.
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