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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    May 27, 2013
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    I would have your soil tested. It sounds like the soil may be lacking in phosphorous, which would result in poor root development in root vegetables.

    These articles may be helpful to you:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm

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    shazzcat on
    June 9, 2013
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    thank you Heather....had a feeling it would be something lacking in the soil...will follow through now :)

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    theficuswrangler on
    April 5, 2014
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    This article should answer most of your questions: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/parsnips/how-to-harvest-parsnips.htm

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    Nikki on
    October 16, 2014
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    This happens in "tough" soil. If your soil is rocky or clay heavy, the roots will grow into the soft areas of the soil, around the rocks and lumps of clay. This results in some pretty twisted and unusual looking roots. Removing rocks and adding additional compost or peat will help to soften the soil and produce a more uniform shaped roots.

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    Nikki on
    December 1, 2014
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    For more info, this article will help you: http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/how/store/wisc_vegetables.pdf

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    theficuswrangler on
    November 30, 2014
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    Some people like to leave them in the ground over the winter. However, if they've been dug up, you can store them in the refrigerator. Wash and cut off tops; dry well; wrap in plastic bag and store in crisper drawer, near the back, for up to 6 months. Don't let them freeze. They can be frozen if you cut in big chunks, parboil, then freeze.

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    Nikki on
    December 29, 2014
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    I would recommend giving them a little more time. They can take a long time to germinate. Also, make sure you are using fresh seeds. They lose their viability quickly, so make sure you are using seeds that were harvested for this year. This article may also help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/parsnips/how-to-grow-parsnips.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 1, 2016
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    You can generally get some roots growing on your Parsnip top within a few days or a week at the most.
    When you have some root growth you can then plant out into the garden again.
    They don't survive long term in water.
    My research shows conflicting results in regrowing much root. It's a fun experiment, but you may want to just reseed for a sure crop of plants.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/parsnips/how-to-grow-parsnips.htm

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