{"product_id":"kings-seeds-parsnip-tender-and-true","title":"Kings Seeds Parsnip Tender And True","description":"\u003cp\u003eTender and True is one of the most popular varieties of parnsip and is very much the gardeners favourite. It has a very uniform shape with pale coloured skin containing an outstanding flavour, making this a good choice for the show bench.\u003cbr\u003eParsnip 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!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen to Sow Tender and True Parsnip Seeds\u003cbr\u003eMid-March to May\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhere to Sow\u003cbr\u003eSow thinly direct into the growing site 2cm (¾\") deep in rows 45cm (18in) 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat to do Next\u003cbr\u003eDo not transplant seedlings. As soon as seedlings appear, they should be gradually thinned until plants are 10cm (4in) apart. Hoe regularly, taking care not to damage the crown of the root.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaturity\u003cbr\u003eSeptember to February\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandy Tip\u003cbr\u003eParsnips can be left in the ground all winter until they are required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNutritional Values\u003cbr\u003eGood source of energy boosting Carbohydrates. High in vitamin C and potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King's Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48688424583410,"sku":"1023390","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/4605\/7714\/files\/WebsiteImageTemplate_99_552bfd7a-40de-4f2c-9152-e7ef87237a97.jpg?v=1769339500","url":"https:\/\/www.zoarsark.co.uk\/products\/kings-seeds-parsnip-tender-and-true","provider":"Zoars Ark Pet Superstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}