Good companions
Lettuce, Onion
Roots
Salsify growing guide
Long cool-season root with a mild oyster-like flavour. Slow but useful in temperate winter gardens.
10-21 daysGermination
120-150 daysHarvest
10 cmSpacing
1 cmSow depth
FullSun
HardyFrost
2 cm/weekWater
6-7.5pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Apr - Aug | Apr - Aug | Jun - Oct |
| Subtropical | Mar - Aug | Mar - Aug | Jun - Nov |
| Mediterranean | Mar - Aug | Mar - Aug | Jun - Nov |
| Temperate | Feb - Apr | Apr - May | Aug - Nov |
| Cool | Mar - May | May - Jun | Sep - Nov |
| Arid | Mar - May | Mar - May | Jun - Sep |
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Growing note
Sow direct into deep loose soil and harvest after frost for sweeter roots.
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