Parsnip 'White Spear'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that White Spear is thought of as half hardy, so it will need cloching or fleece protection when the temperature dips. White Spear requires a loamy soil with a ph of 6.0 - 6.5 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Look to ensure a distance 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.47 inches (1.2 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing White Spear about 15 days after your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as White Spear is a half hardy plant.