Salsify Growing Guide

Tragopogon porrifolius

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Light, sandy soil is best, but will grow in most locations.

Position

Sun preferred.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not usually required.

Spacing

Single Plants: 15cm (5") each way (minimum)
Rows: 10cm (3") with 30cm (11") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow direct into soil from early spring.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Water well in dry periods.

Harvesting

Roots can be lifted throughout winter.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Salsify

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail