Purple Salsify
sc20 (Tragopogon porrifolius)
Traditional root vegetable which has almost been forgotten. Roots can be cooked, similar to black salsify. Decorative purple flowers will appear in the 2nd year.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Temperature requirements | medium |
|---|---|
| Tragopogon porrifolius | |
| Nutrient requirements | low-medium |
| Seed spacing in the row | 4-7 cm |
| Seed spacing between the row | 20-30 cm |
| Sowing depth | 2 cm |
Explanations
ProSpecieRara: This variety has been awarded by ProSpecieRara as a rare or old variety. ProSpecieRara is a foundation dedicated to preserving the diversity of rare plant varieties. In long-term cooperation with ProSpecieRara, Sativa is active in the important preservation and cultivation of these traditional varieties.
Conservation Breeding: For this variety Sativa practices conservation breeding in Rheinau. To ensure high-quality varieties, they must be maintained. They are regularly replicated and selected by their positive characteristics. In doing so the varieties are continually improved and adapted to growing conditions.