Parsnip Half Length White [Pastinaca sativa]

The parsnip 'Half length white' is a very old, biennial and versatile root vegetable that originates from southern and central Europe. Thousands of years ago, root vegetables were a rich staple food until they were replaced by today's potatoes and carrots. The juice of the parsnip was used as medicine during the great plague epidemic. This high-yielding variety produces 20-30 cm long, very even and well-formed creamy white, wedge-shaped roots with tall, strong and healthy leaves. The white roots have a pleasantly sweet and spicy taste and can be stored for a long time.

General information
Plant family: Apiaceae
Life cycle: Biennial
Days to harvest: 190 days
Plant height approx.: 30 cm
Root type: Deep rooter
Nutrient requirements: Heavy eater
Water requirements: Medium
Winter hardiness: Up to -20 °C
Location: Sunny until semi shady
Soil: Permeable, loamy, humic, stone-free

pH value: 5.5 to 7

Sowing and planting information
Germ type: Dark germinator
Sowing depth: 1-2 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 16-18 °C
Germination time: 7-21 days
Plant and row spacing: 10x40 cm

Optimal mixed culture: Lamb's lettuce, Beetroot, Spinach
Unfavorable mixed culture: Fennel, Carrot, Parsley, Celery

Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
Sow directly outdoors from March to August.

Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
Sow directly outdoors from April to May.

General
Sow directly in rows.
Parsnip prefers a sunny location with a permeable, nutrient-rich, stone-free, humus-rich loamy soil. Prepare the soil with seasoned animal manure. Avoid waterlogging.

Additional tips
In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil, we recommend additional incorporation of biochar and primary rock powder.

Type of propagation
It spreads via seeds.

Plant care
Due to the initially slow growth of the parsnips, it is recommended to weed the surrounding herbs regularly. Regular and constant watering results in faster growth. Beds prepared with animal manure and planting in mixed culture replace additional fertilizer.

Germination ability of seeds: 1-2 years

Other Names
Botanical names: Pastinaca sativa
English names: Parsnip
German names: Pastinake, Pestnake, Hammelmöhre, Hammelrübe, Moorwurzel
Portuguese names: Pastinaca
Spanish names: Chirivía, Pastinaca
French names: Panais