Parsnip Hollow Crown (110 Days)

110 DAYS
Pastinaca sativa

‘Hollow Crown’ is a reliable heirloom parsnip variety known for its long, smooth roots that reach up to 12 to 14 in. The sweet, nutty flavour of this parsnip improves after exposure to frost, making it ideal for roasting and adding to stews. Its robust character and unique taste make it a favourite for winter dishes and hearty soups.

Size: Mature roots can grow 12 to 14 in. long, with a bushy, leafy top that reaches around 18 in. tall.

Yield: Each plant can produce multiple roots, offering a significant harvest ideal for winter storage.

Taste: Sweet and nutty, with a flavour that becomes more intense after frost exposure.

How to use: Excellent for roasting, cooking in stews, or used fresh in salads when mixed with other root vegetables.

Planting tips: Sow seeds in early spring, 1/2 in. deep and 18 in. apart in well-drained soil. Keep soil moist as germination may take up to three weeks. After seedlings emerge, thin to stand 4 to 6 in. apart.

Harvest tips: Harvest after the first frost for the sweetest flavour. Gently loosen the soil around roots before pulling them up to avoid damage.