Plant GuideParsnip
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🥕Root CropExperimental
Parsnip
Pastinaca sativa · Apiaceae
Requires deep loose growing media. Slow but rewarding cold-season crop.
pH 6 – 7.5
8 – 22°C
100–140 days
Growth: slow
High
Care Notes
Requires deep loose growing media. Slow but rewarding cold-season crop.
Health Benefits
High fibre and potassium
Culinary Uses
Roasted, soups
Root Behaviour
Long taproot requiring deep loose media
Common Problems
Problems
Forked roots in dense media
Pests
Carrot fly
Deficiencies
Potassium deficiency
Nutrient Demand
Medium Demand
Requires an established, well-cycled system
Compatible Systems
Media Bed
Tags
#staple#root_crop
Season
Autumn-Winter