Scorzonera
Salsify · Scorzonera
Heirloom
Scorzonera hispanica
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Asteraceae (Sunflower family) · Genus: Scorzonera
Characteristics
Color
Black
Flavor
EarthyMildNutty
Intended Use
RoastingStorage
Texture
Tender
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
7–14 days
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Days to Maturity
100–130 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/2–3/4 in
Seed Spacing
1–2 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
2–4 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–75 °F
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