SALSIFY Mammoth Sandwich Island Also called vegetable oyster, these fleshy roots resemble long thin parsnips in form and are mildly oyster like in flavor. An excellent winter keeper they can be used in stews, baked, creamed or fried tempura style. Approximately 150 days to maturity. Special Directions for Short Season Climates SOWING: Sow seed in place in early spring in deeply cultivated, light, somewhat rich, well-drained soil. Sow seeds 2 inches apart. Cover seed with 1/2 inch soil firmed down. THINNING AND SPACING: When seedlings are about 3 inches high, thin to 4 inches apart. Leave 16 to 18 inches between rows or plant in wide rows 6 inches apart in all directions. GERMINATION: Two to three weeks. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. Ed's Special Advice Leave unused roots stored in ground, using as desired until early spring when roots will start getting woody. Flavor and texture improves after frost. Roots take along time to size up, so plant early in spring. Water frequently during germination and take care not to weed the green grass-like seedlings. Return to:  Seed Rack   Visual Seed Rack