parsnip 'Hollow Crown'

Grown in Britain from at least 1820, this is one of the oldest varieties that is still being grown today. Although its growth habit is a bit untidy it more than makes up for it with its delicious taste and texture – it’s sweet and smooth so mashes and roasts well. It also has a good resistance to canker and stores well so it ticks all the boxes! The creamy white roots are long, between 25cm and 40cm, so prefer a light stone free soil. Sow: March to May, Harvest: September to February