The classic salsify.
Roots are long and tapered like carrots, averaging 8-10" long and 1" in diameter with off-white skin and white flesh. The upright, grass-like leaves and purple flowers the second summer distinguish it from scorzonera. Biennial. Avg. 2,100 seeds/oz. Packet: 100 seeds.
Plant Cycle: (B) Days to Maturity or Bloom: 120
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Scorzonera and Salsify
CULTURE: Scorzonera and salsify prefer a deep, friable, well-drained soil. Sow in early to midspring in a 2" band about 1" apart (20 seeds/ft.), 1/2" deep, in rows 18-24" apart. Do not allow soil to dry out prior to emergence. Thin plants to 2-3" apart.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: Scorzonera - 93'/oz., 10.7 oz./1,000', 19 lb./acre at 20 seeds/ft. in rows 24" apart. Salsify - 140'/oz., 7.2 oz./1,000', 13 lb./acre at 20 seeds/ft. in rows 24-36" apart.
HARVEST: Dig roots in late fall.
STORAGE: Overwinter in soil like parsnips or store in root cellar or refrigerator at 32°F (0°C) and 95% relative humidity.
SEED SPECS: AVG. SEEDS/OZ: Scorzonera - 2,000;Salsify - 2,100.
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 5'.
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