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SALSIFY (VEGETABLE OYSTER) (Tragopogon porrifolius) A European favorite grown since at least the Thirteenth Century. Surface-sow in place in early spring for autumn roots. Thin the plants to 2 inches apart. Plants are perennial, and will bloom starting the second year from sowing. Both the early spring shoots and the unopened flower bud are traditionally eaten, making Salsify a very versatile vegetable. 125 seeds per packet.
Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify seeds Mammoth Sandwich Island
(Tragopogon porrifolius) Heirloom, native of Europe, tasty in soups and stews, or cooked alone. Plant in spring, dig in fall, a non-sweet parsnip-like root. This variety dates back to the 1800’s. Young plants look like grass. Pkt. (125 seeds)

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