Sweet, nutty, and winter-ready!
Parsnip All American is a cold-loving heirloom that rewards patient gardeners with smooth, creamy-white roots and a rich, sweet flavor, especially after a frost. These parsnips are perfect for roasting, mashing, and adding depth to soups and stews. If you love cozy, earthy flavors in your winter meals, this root veggie is a must-grow.
Variety: All American Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa)
Growth Habit: Cool-season biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 12–18 inches
Flavor Profile: Sweet, nutty, and earthy
Color: Creamy white roots
Planting Conditions: Full sun; deep, loose soil
Harvest Timeline: Roots in 100–120 days
Uses: Ideal for roasting, mashing, soups, and winter meals
Fun Fact: Parsnips convert starches to sugars after frost, making them one of the sweetest root vegetables in cold weather!
All American Parsnips are a cold-season treat that shine in hearty dishes. Roast them until golden and caramelized, mash them into creamy sides, or simmer them into rich soups. Their sweet, nutty flavor deepens after a frost, making them a favorite for winter harvests. Picture a snowy evening and a tray of roasted parsnips fresh from the oven, pure comfort food.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with deep, loose, rock-free soil is best.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow ½ inch deep, spacing seeds 1 inch apart in rows 12–18 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil moist during germination, it may take 2–3 weeks.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 3–4 inches apart once seedlings are established.
✂️ Harvest: Dig roots after 100 days or after a few light frosts for peak sweetness.
