Mr Fothergill's Tape Parsnip White Gem Seeds, Quick and easy, neat rows of veg. The removal of as many stones from the soil as possible will help to ensure a blemish-free crop of parsnips.

Sow outdoors simply make a drill where they are to crop, 1.5cm deep, directly into finely prepared soil. For ease, secure one end of the tape with a large stone or cane, roll out the tape into the drill and gently pull to straighten. Cover tape with fine soil. Allow 40cm between rows. Keep moist. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Thin to 20cm apart. Keep well watered during dry spells as this will prevent roots from splitting. Sowing the individual tapes at three to four week intervals will ensure a continuous supply. Harvesting: Leave roots in the ground until required as they improve after exposure to autumn frosts. Harvest alternate parsnips, leaving other roots to develop.

• Wedge-shaped roots with smooth white skin and flesh, on pre-sown seed tape
• A trusted and popular variety, has some resistance to canker
• Good source of vitamin C and folate

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