Growing Parsnip

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(Best months for growing Parsnip in South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical regions)

Sow in garden. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 6°C and 21°C. (Show °F/in)
Space plants: 8 - 10 cm apart
Harvest in 17-20 weeks. Best flavour if harvested after a frost..
Compatible with (can grow beside): Swiss Chard (Silverbeet), Capsicum, Peas, Potatoes, Beans, Radishes, Garlic
Avoid growing close to: Carrot, Celery, Brassicas

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04 Nov 12, santa best (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate): where can i get parsnip seeds live in barberton area?
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11 Oct 12, Susan Myburgh (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate): Where in South Africa can I buy parsnips seed or teh carrots?
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20 Aug 12, Ron Rose (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate): I live in Louis Trichardt but cannot find seeds here, is there anywhere in Polokwane where these may be available?
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09 Jul 12, melody demeyer (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate): Please can you tell me where I can buy local parsnip seeds,I live in vereeniging,south africa?
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22 Aug 12, jack (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate): where can I buy parsnip seeds in Durban area
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Please can you tell me where I can buy local parsnip seeds,I live in vereeniging,south africa?

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