If you like oysters, but find them either too expensive or not easily available, then you may like today’s blog post. if you know how to grow other root vegetables such as how to grow rutabagas and how to grow sunchokes, then you should really have no problem growing salsify in your garden.
The oyster reference in the previous paragraph is based on their taste, hence they are often called the ‘Oyster Plant’. We are dealing with yet another cool weather crop, therefore it is probably not wise to be growing it in the warmer climate regions. If you are considering companion plants then you should consider carrots, turnips, rutabaga, potatoes or sweet potatoes.
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Here’s What You’ll Need:
Unfortunately since they are root vegetables, it is generally not recommended that you grow them in containers. You want to wait until about 14 days before the last frost to direct sow your seeds. Initially sow the seeds half an inch deep and apart, in rows at least 18 inches apart. You can then thin out the seedlings to at least 3 inches apart when they are strong enough.
Keep the soil moist at all times, and work in additional compost into the ground 60 to 75 days after planting. This vegetable has no major disease and pest problems you should be concerned about. Don’t forget to mulch your crop to keep the weeds at bay and conserve your water. If all goes according to plan, they should be ready for harvest in about 4 to 5 months.
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