Quantity
About 200 seeds
Exposure
Sun
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Family
Apiaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
The parsnip Pastinaca sativa ‘Halblange’ is an old variety prized for the refined sweetness of its roots and its great value in late-season harvests. In the vegetable garden, it establishes itself patiently, then develops ample foliage that slowly announces the formation of beautiful cream-beige roots with white, tender, and flavorful flesh. Its delicately sweet flavor deepens even further with the first chills of autumn, making it a particularly valuable vegetable for comforting late-season dishes. Hardy and capable of withstanding some frost, it extends the pleasure of the garden long after several other crops have left the beds. It requires deep, loose, and consistently moist soil to get off to a good start, but amply rewards the attention paid to its sometimes slow germination. Its presence in the garden helps diversify root crops and enrich the vegetable garden with a traditional crop of discreet charm. We like to harvest it when the air becomes crisper, as its roots gain in finesse and aromatic richness. Both nourishing, heritage, and elegant on the plate, ‘Halblange’ is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for authenticity and autumn flavors.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
1 to 1.5 cm (3/8 to 5/8 in)
Establishment temperature
15 to 20 °C (59 to 68 °F)
Establishment time
14 to 21 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Deep, friable, and fresh
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to July of the second year
Harvest120 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsOnions, leeks, lettuces, radishes
Avoid planting withCarrots, celery
Purées, soups, roasts, autumn dishes, preserving
