Varieties of Parsnips
5 varieties
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All American
This parsnip thickens early, offering tender, sweet roots best harvested after the first frost for enhanced flavor.
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Half Long Guernsey
The flavorful flesh gets even sweeter after a good frost in autumn.
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Harris Model
This reliable parsnip yields tender, coreless, 12-inch roots with a delicate sweetness and exceptional ease of harvest.
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Hollow Crown
Produces long, tapered roots with a mild, sweet, nutty white flesh, developing its best flavor after the first frost.
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Javelin
This variety boasts excellent canker resistance, allowing for a longer growing season and exceptionally sweet roots after frost.