Mr Fothergill's Parsnip White Gem Seeds, Popular wedge-shaped variety. Make the most of space by sowing fast growing crops between the rows.

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 1.5cm deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 40cm between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings usually appear in 14-32 days. Thin plants to 20cm apart. Replace any dislodged soil. Water well until plants are established. Leave roots in the ground until required, as they improve after exposure to autumn frosts.

• An excellent all-rounder, shows some canker resistance
• Broad shouldered, medium-sized smooth roots
• Excellent source of vitamin C and folate

Sow time: Feb-May
Flowering/Harvesting time: Oct-Feb