Scorzonera Seeds

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Scorzonera Seeds are coming to David's Garden Seeds®! Also known as black salsify, scorzonera (Scorzonera hispanica) is grown for its long, dark-skinned roots with creamy white flesh and a delicate flavor. Plan a place for this less-common vegetable in your garden and check back for product availability.

Get to Know Scorzonera

A distinctive root crop: Slender roots have dark outer skin that contrasts with the pale flesh inside.
A different kind of garden harvest: Scorzonera offers an alternative to more familiar root vegetables for gardeners who enjoy trying something new.
Flexible kitchen uses: Cook the roots as a side dish or add them to soups and stews.
Not the same as salsify: Scorzonera and common salsify are different plants in the same botanical family. Their common names can overlap, so check the botanical name when choosing seeds.

Growing Tips for Your Future Planting

Prepare deep soil: Choose a sunny location with deep, loose, well-drained soil. Remove stones and loosen compacted layers to give the long roots room to develop.
Direct sow: Sow where plants will grow rather than disturbing developing taproots through transplanting. Follow the product's planting depth and spacing instructions when available.
Plan for a longer growing season: Match sowing dates to your local climate and the variety's maturity information rather than expecting a quick radish-style harvest.
Maintain even moisture: Keep the seedbed moist during germination and water consistently as roots develop, without saturating the soil.
Thin and weed carefully: Give seedlings adequate space and avoid damaging roots when cultivating nearby.

Harvesting Scorzonera

Roots are commonly harvested in cooler weather. Loosen the soil deeply beside the plants and lift carefully rather than pulling hard on the foliage, as the long roots can break. Scorzonera is a perennial often grown as a root crop; harvest timing and overwintering suitability depend on local conditions.

Cooking Ideas for Your Harvest

Soups and stews: Add prepared roots to gently simmered dishes until tender.
Roasted roots: Cut into even pieces and roast with your preferred seasonings.
Simple side dishes: Cook until tender, then finish with butter or oil and herbs.
Preparation tip: Scrub well and peel as needed. Place peeled roots in water with a little lemon juice to help limit browning while you finish preparing them.

Kitchen suggestions refer to the roots you harvest, not planting seeds.

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