{"product_id":"parsnip-hollow-crown-heirloom-matchesseeds","title":"Parsnip Hollow Crown Heirloom","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eHollow Crown\u003c\/b\u003e is a legendary heritage variety that has been a garden favorite since the early 19th century. Renowned for its uniform shape and dependable yields, it remains the gold standard for home growers and market gardeners alike.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Facts for Your Seed Packet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHarvest Window:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 plus days, Packet is 200+\/- Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRoot Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered, creamy-white roots reaching 10–12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLight Needs:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun to partial afternoon shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2 inch deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeed Vitality:\u003c\/b\u003e Use fresh seed annually for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultivation Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eParsnips are a \"slow and steady\" crop. Because they take a long time to germinate, maintaining consistent moisture is the secret to a successful stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhen to Sow:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant as soon as the frost leaves the ground in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBed Preparation:\u003c\/b\u003e Success starts underground. Ensure your soil is loose, deeply tilled, and free of stones or heavy clay to prevent the roots from twisting or \"forking.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sow seeds 1 inch apart, later thinning to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003e3 or 4 inches\u003c\/b\u003e to allow the shoulders to expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGermination Watch:\u003c\/b\u003e Expect sprouts to appear in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e14 to 21 days\u003c\/b\u003e. Do not let the soil surface bake or crust over during this time, as the seedlings are delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sweetness Secret:\u003c\/b\u003e Leave the roots in the ground until after a few hard frosts. The cold temperatures trigger a natural conversion of starches into concentrated sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose Hollow Crown?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eAdd these highlights to your website to show customers why this variety belongs in their winter garden:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Flavor:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers a rich, nutty, and buttery profile that outperforms store-bought varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassic Form:\u003c\/b\u003e Named for the distinctive \"hollowed\" or sunken top where the stems meet the root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinter Hardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e These roots are incredibly tough and can even be left in the frozen ground to be harvested in very early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKitchen Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e A gourmet choice for roasting with honey, pureeing into silky soups, or pan-frying into \"parsnip fries.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeritage Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e A true heirloom that has resisted modern \"commercial\" breeding, retaining the deep flavor profiles of the 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matches Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":51817450701080,"sku":"MS25-x4244-SC26","price":3.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":51817450733848,"sku":"MS25-x4244-SC26-10g","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":51817450766616,"sku":"MS25-x4244-SC26-20g","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/6497\/1032\/files\/parsnip-hollow-crown-heirloom.png?v=1773420584","url":"https:\/\/matchesseeds.ca\/products\/parsnip-hollow-crown-heirloom-matchesseeds","provider":"Matches Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}