Grow high-quality White Spear Parsnip seeds known for their long, tapered, creamy-white roots and exceptional sweet flavor. A cold-hardy, reliable, and productive variety, White Spear performs well in cool-season gardens and improves in sweetness after frost. Perfect for roasting, mashing, soups, or winter storage, this parsnip variety is a must-have for home gardeners seeking dependable root crops.

Features:

1. Variety: White Spear Parsnip
2. Root characteristics: Long, smooth, tapered roots
3. Flavor profile: Sweet, earthy, rich flavor
4. Growth habit: Strong, vigorous tops; reliable root development
5. Light requirements: Full sun
6. Soil requirements: Deep, loose, well-draining soil
7. Suitable For: Home gardens, kitchen gardens, cool-season planting

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO vegetable seeds
2. Planting Season: Early spring or late summer for fall–winter harvest
3. Zones: USDA Zones 3–9
4. Planting Depth: 0.5 inch (12 mm)
5. Row Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
6. Plant Spacing: 3–6 inches (8–15 cm)
7. Days to Germination: 14–21 days
8. Days to Maturity: 100–120 days
9. Temperature Requirements: Best growth in cool climates; frost improves sweetness
10. Watering: Maintain consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging
11. Maintenance: Thin seedlings early for proper root formation
12. Root Length: Typically 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)
13. Harvesting: Harvest after first frost for best flavor
14. Storage: Excellent keeper; store in cool, dry conditions

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in the garden in early spring as soon as soil is workable, or late summer for a fall/winter crop.
2. Prepare deep, loose soil free of rocks for straight root development.
3. Keep soil lightly moist during the long germination period.
4. Thin seedlings to ensure roots develop straight and large.
5. Provide full sun for maximum growth and sweeter flavor.
6. Harvest after frost for enhanced taste and store roots in cool, dry spaces.