Sow thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 45cm (18in) apart. Sow clusters of 3 seeds every 15cm (6in) and thin out to the strongest seedling after germination. Germination can be very slow, often 25-30 days. Harvest the roots from September onwards, leaving them in the ground if required. Alternatively, lift and store in boxes of barely moist soil or sand.
Aftercare Info:
SERVING SUGGESTION: Roots can be baked, roasted or mashed and they are delicious used with other roots/tubers in soups and casseroles, adding a distinctive aromatic taste.
Harvesting Period:
September to November or Christmas from a later planting
No. of Seeds: 200 (approx)
