Perennial 20+ Skirret Seeds Zones 4-9 Organic

RARE HEIRLOOM: Skirret seeds are a historically significant root vegetable, prized for their sweet, parsnip-like flavor and unique growing characteristics
PACKAGE CONTENTS: Contains 20 + carefully selected organic skirret seeds, perfect for starting your own heritage garden collection
GROWING HABITS: Produces clusters of slender, white roots that can reach 6-8 inches in length, ideal for fall and winter harvesting
CULINARY USE: Versatile root vegetable that can be roasted, boiled, or mashed, offering a sweet and starchy addition to traditional dishes
PLANTING GUIDE: Best sown in spring in well-draining, fertile soil with full sun exposure for optimal root development

Discover the forgotten delicacy of Skirret with these rare, organic heirloom seeds. Skirret (Sium sisarum) is a fascinating root vegetable that was once a medieval garden staple, prized for its sweet, aromatic flavor and unique growing pattern. (25 plus Seeds) This packet contains 15+carefully selected seeds that will grow into plants producing clusters of slender, white roots resembling parsnips. The roots have a distinctive taste that combines sweetness with a subtle earthiness, making them perfect for soups, stews, and roasted dishes. These perennial plants can reach heights of 3-4 feet and produce attractive white flower umbels in summer While patience is needed as these plants take time to establish, the reward is a hardy, productive crop that can thrive for years in your garden. Skirret prefers well-drained, rich soil and partial to full sun conditions. These limited quantity seeds offer gardeners a chance to grow a truly unique vegetable that connects us to centuries of culinary history. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sium sisarum - Traditional root crop, well-loved in ancient and medieval Europe (it was a favourite of emperor Tiberius) but fallen out of favour in recent centuries. An outstanding perennial vegetable, gaining attention for permaculture and food forest gardens. Sweet, nutty and delicious, like a cross between a carrot and a potato. They're good raw, but get sweeter when cooked. Easy to propagate from seed or from crown divisions. The leaves, flowers and seeds are all edible. Hardy to zone 5.