Scorzonera hispanica
Enorma Scorzonera - Open Pollinated, Organic Seed
Enorma Scorzonera, also known as black salsify, is a cousin to dandelion and echinacea.
This rooty perennial vegetable produces daisy like flowers on the surface and a black root that grows similar to carrots or parsnips. This will provide you yields year after year to your homestead garden. Enjoy!
Days to Maturity 80
Packet Contains Appx 70 Seeds
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Growing Scorzonera (Black Salsify) - Benefits and Instructions
Benefits of Growing Scorzonera
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Medicinal- Scorzonera can help boost the immune system, improve digestion, regulate blood pressure, maintain bone health, improve brain health and the active antioxidants are effective in reducing a variety of carcinogens.
- Nutritional Profile - Protein, fiber, inulin, calcium, copper, iron.
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Use in: Salads,soups, roasted, braised, mashed
Growing Instructions
Culture:
Harvesting:
Leave some scorzonera roots in the soil to take advantage of it as a perennial vegetable. Harvest the majority of your crop after the recommended 120 days to maturity. Note that if you allow your black salsify to grow a little while longer, their flavor will improve exponentially.
Storage/Preparation:
Store these lovely roots with their peels intact, in a cool, dry area. Like other root vegetables, they can be packed in straw or sand for long-term storage. These are perfect to store in cold cellars or basement pantries, provided that these rooms aren’t too humid.
Companions:
Carrots, thyme, rosemary, sage, potatoes, turnips, bean, spinach. Scorzonera grows best next to white salsify.