General Description: 

Javelin parsnip has good quality roots with smooth skin and has a good flavour. It is a British bred hybrid variety producing a good crop of smooth skinned roots. It has slender, tapering roots and is suitable for exhibition. Parsnip Javelin also has  good canker resistance.

Sowing Instructions:

Sow April to June. Sow in well prepared, fertile soil 2cm (¾in) deep, in rows 30-38cm (12-15in) apart.

Growing Instructions: 

Germination can be slow and erratic, especially in cold soils if the seed is sown too early. Root quality and canker resistance will be better from later sowings. Thin to 7.5cm (3in) apart for medium roots or allow a wider spacing if larger roots are required. Watering is not necessary once plants are established unless there is a prolonged dry period. Lift roots as required. Javelin parsnip is fully winter hardy but the roots can be difficult to find once the tops have died down.

Aftercare Instructions: 

Javelin parsnips prefer a deeply dug, well drained soil. Harvest the roots from September onwards. Good winter storage.