Improved - Salsify
This ancient, very hardy variety from the Mediterranean basin produces fine, elongated, tender roots with a white skin.
in the ground
Sow directly in place, in rows 25 cm apart. Cover seeds with 1 to 2 cm of fine soil, tamping down and keeping the soil moist until emergence. Thin to 10 cm on the row.
Mulching is recommended. Roots are harvested in autumn and winter, as and when required. Once harvested, they can be stored for a few days in a cool place.
March, April, May
January, February, March, October, November, December
in the ground
sunny
medium
sandy, humus
rich, drained, light
Tragopogon porrifolium
early
From 200 to 400 g
1 gram
elongated
crunchy
White
From 20 to 40 cm
Mediterranean
1883
"Vilmorin-Andrieux "Les Plantes Potagères
This ancient Mediterranean variety is mentioned in Vilmorin-Andrieux's 1883 book "Les Plantes Potagères".