Purple salsify 'Mammoth Sandwich Island'

Tragopogon porrifolius

How to grow Purple salsify 'Mammoth Sandwich Island'

Any roots not eaten by the following spring will produce tender shoots which can be cut when about 6 ins. long, and cooked like Asparagus

Growing Mammoth Sandwich Island from seed

Transplanting Mammoth Sandwich Island

Sow 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep in drills in spring and roots will be ready from October onwards. It’s best to sow directly.

Harvesting Mammoth Sandwich Island

Other Names for Purple salsify 'Mammoth Sandwich Island'

sandwich island mammoth, Mammoth Island, Mammoth Island Salsify