50+ Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify Seeds and similar items

50+ Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify Seeds (Tragopogon porrifolius) White Oyster Item specific Brand TomorrowSeeds Type Seeds Common Name Salsify Sunlight Full Sun, Partial Shade Country/Region of Manufacture United States Species Mammoth Sandwich Island Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify is a biennial root vegetable belonging to the dandelion family, salsify is also known as the oyster plant because of its similar taste when cooked. Mammoth Sandwich Island is cultivated for its ornamental purple flowers and umami-flavored root. The root is similar in appearance to a long, thin parsnip, with creamy white flesh and a thick skin. Species Salsify, Mammoth Sandwich Island Vegetable Size 8" - 10" Long, 1.5" Diameter Days to Germinate 7-21 Days to Harvest 150 Germination Rate 85% Test Date 10/22 Lifespan Biennial Brand TomorrowSeeds Sunlight Full Sun, Partial Shade Item description from the seller Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify is a heirloom, semi hardy, cool weather annual vegetable that is native to the Mediterranean region but growing throughout the United States. At maturity, this plant reaches the height of 24-36” and features grass-like foliage, attractive, purple daisy-like flowers, 8-9" long white tapered white flesh roots vegetable. This plant attracts bees and butterflies, is frost tolerant, and is both edible and medicinal! Salsify health benefits may include: Better digestion Eased constipation Long lasting energy Sugar crash prevention Sugar cravings and mood swing prevention Regulated blood sugar levels Regulated bowel movements Boosted immunity Detoxification Fight and prevent cancer Heart health Lower blood pressure Gastrointestinal cancer prevention Reduced risk of colon cancer and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) Healthy teeth and gums Weight loss Not a common Food Allergen Salsify is Gluten Free Growing Tips: Requires light and fluffy soil. Double dig the planting bed and amend with well-composted manure. In autumn, lift mature roots carefully to avoid snapping them.