{"id":470,"date":"2023-02-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-24T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=470"},"modified":"2023-06-27T11:45:06","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T18:45:06","slug":"how-to-grow-parsnip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Parsnip &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-to-Grow-Parsnip.png\" alt=\"parsnip plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nParsnip, which are known botanically as \u00a0Pastinaca Sativa, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing parsnip as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Parsnip\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Parsnip\">Best Time to Plant Parsnip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#How_to_Plant_Parsnip_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Parsnip the Right Way\">How to Plant Parsnip the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Parsnip\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Parsnip\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Parsnip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#How_Much_to_Water_Parsnip\" title=\"How Much to Water Parsnip\">How Much to Water Parsnip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Parsnip_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Parsnip to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Parsnip to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#When_to_Harvest_Parsnip\" title=\"When to Harvest Parsnip\">When to Harvest Parsnip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#What_Can_Parsnip_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Parsnip Be Used For?\">What Can Parsnip Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#Can_Parsnip_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Parsnip Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Parsnip Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-parsnip\/#Are_Parsnip_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Parsnip Safe for Bees?\">Are Parsnip Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Parsnip\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Parsnip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the parsnip seeds April to June, once the ground is workable. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when parsnip are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Parsnip_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Parsnip the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing parsnip in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your parsnip grow. Generally, your soil should be free-draining, well-worked soil with no stones. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6.0 to 6.8.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a04&#8243; apart in rows. roughly 3&#8243; apart, keeping each row approximately 18&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about \u00a0.5&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your parsnip seedlings 3-4 seeds every 3&#8243;. when seedlings have 3 leaves, thin to one plant every 3&#8243;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Parsnip\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Parsnip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Parsnip\"><\/span>How Much to Water Parsnip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Parsnip_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Parsnip to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Parsnip\"><\/span>When to Harvest Parsnip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your parsnip is once the foliage begins to die back.<\/p>\n<p>Parsnip can grow up to about 5 to 10 inches in length.\u00a0.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Parsnip_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Parsnip Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> The unique taste makes it great in soups.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> Tastes like a blend of a very sweet carrot with a potato.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Parsnip_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Parsnip Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you will ideally need a  15&#8243; + containerfor each plant. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your parsnip around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Parsnip_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Parsnip Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, parsnip are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing parsnip is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parsnip, which are known botanically as \u00a0Pastinaca Sativa, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing parsnip as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Parsnip This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the parsnip seeds April to June, once the ground is workable. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. To check when parsnip are most likely to thrive in your area, see the USDA <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":396,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18,232],"tags":[22,60],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/470"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=470"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/470\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":849,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/470\/revisions\/849"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/396"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=470"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=470"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=470"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}