{"title":"Salsify Seeds \u0026 Scorzonera Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSalsify seeds offer a distinctive way to grow traditional root vegetables with excellent culinary appeal in Canadian gardens. Explore our selection of salsify plant seeds alongside scorzonera seeds, also known as black salsify seeds, for gardeners looking to add uncommon and flavourful vegetables to their outdoor growing space. Salsify produces long, pale roots prized for their delicate flavour, while scorzonera develops dark-skinned roots with tender, creamy flesh. These specialty vegetables are well suited to home vegetable gardens, market gardens, heritage plots, and growers interested in expanding beyond everyday crops. Our collection makes it easy to find salsify seeds in Canada as well as black salsify and scorzonera varieties for your next planting season. Whether you are searching for classic salsify, scorzonera vegetable seeds, or something different for a diverse edible garden, these varieties bring both tradition and versatility to the harvest. Browse our salsify and scorzonera seeds and order online for your Canadian garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"w-h-perron-salsifis-mammouth-des-iles-sandwich","title":"Salsify Mammouth Sandwich","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMammoth Sandwich Salsify (\u003cem\u003eTragopogon porrifolius\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mammoth Sandwich salsify is an old variety renowned for its long, tapered, smooth, creamy-white roots. With its delicate oyster-like flavor, it is ideal for enhancing soups and other savory dishes. This hardy root vegetable is a unique and nutritious addition to any vegetable garden. This variety matures 150 days after sowing. The packet contains 125 seeds to start your planting. A row of root vegetables should remain easy to thin, weed, and water uniformly. Avoid stony or compacted areas that limit growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: in spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. For this variety, respect this sowing depth: 2 cm. Direct sowing allows root vegetables to develop without deformation related to transplanting. Prepare a fine and even seedbed, then water gently to maintain the position of the seeds. A crust of dry soil can hinder emergence: keep the surface moist without compacting it. Thin the seedlings early enough so that the roots have their final space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalsify prefers a location in full sun or partial shade. Maintain constant moisture to prevent the roots from becoming fibrous, but avoid excess water. The roots can be harvested in autumn or left in the ground during winter, as they tolerate cold well. Easy to cultivate and cold-resistant, it will easily find its place in your vegetable garden for a touch of culinary originality. Begin to observe the harvest of this variety around 150 days after sowing; then check the desired color, firmness, and size for picking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"W.H. 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Its taste is often described as a subtle blend \u003cstrong data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"398\"\u003eof artichoke, asparagus, and hazelnut\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a slight sweetness. Some compare it to oysters, but this analogy comes more from its \u003cstrong data-end=\"578\" data-start=\"546\"\u003ecreamy, melt-in-the-mouth texture\u003c\/strong\u003e when cooked than from any real salty taste. It pairs perfectly with \u003cstrong data-end=\"697\" data-start=\"654\"\u003ebutter, cream, or a touch of garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it a great ingredient for comfort foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"770\"\u003eIn addition to its \u003cstrong data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"785\"\u003eedible roots\u003c\/strong\u003e , this \u003cstrong data-end=\"838\" data-start=\"816\"\u003ebiennial plant\u003c\/strong\u003e produces, in its second year, magnificent \u003cstrong data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"894\"\u003epurple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e , which attract pollinators and add an ornamental touch to the garden. 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