I planted parsnip seed August 9. I did not soak. Had them in raised bed with glass cover initially, and we had some hot temps. A week or so ago a few of the Hollow Crown variety popped up. Today is 28 days - the longest expected for germination. I planned to plant some parsley and carrots where the parsnips did not appear. Lo and behold, today, one lone Harris variety is showing. Should I keep waiting? Might I have burned seed? I think the soil was about perfect in terms of watering. Should I plant more parsnip seed - I may be out of seed now - germination was not good earlier in the season either. I am hopeful. I LOVE parsnips!
I planted parsnip seed August 9. I did not soak. Had them in raised bed with glass cover initially, and we had some hot temps. A week or so ago a few of the Hollow Crown variety popped up. Today is 28 days - the longest expected for germination. I planned to plant some parsley and carrots where the parsnips did not appear. Lo and behold, today, one lone Harris variety is showing. Should I keep waiting? Might I have burned seed? I think the soil was about perfect in terms of watering. Should I plant more parsnip seed - I may be out of seed now - germination was not good earlier in the season either. I am hopeful. I LOVE parsnips!