Salsify Seeds - Mammoth Sandwich Island HEIRLOOM

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Unit Size	Price	Savings	Qty
Packet	$2.95
1 Ounce Package	$10.95
1/4 Pound Package	$24.95	43%
1 Pound Sack	$54.95	69%
5 Pound Sack	$199.95 ($39.99/Lb.)	77%	Sold Out
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Tragopogon porrifolius
Produces 8-10 Inches Roots, Approx 1 Inches Diameter
Also Known as Oyster Plant

Availability & Turnaround Time

All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.

Category	Shipping Period
All Seeds:
Zones 2 – 10	Year-Round
Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First):
Zones 8 – 10	Early-Mid March
Zones 7	Mid-Late March
Zones 6	Late March - Early April
Zones 5	Early-Mid April
Zones 2 – 4	Late April - Early May
Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First):*
Zones 2-4	Mid September
Zones 5	Mid-Late September
Zones 6	Late September
Zones 7	Late September - Early October
Zones 8-10	Early October

We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.

Product Description

Grow Heirloom Salsify - Plant Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify Seeds

Dating back to the 1800s where it is native to Europeans who would cook Salsify in soups and stews. All parts of the plant are edible and deserves its place in every period or permaculture garden. Plant in the spring and dig up roots in the fall and into the winter. Cold hardy and reseeds, so dead-head to control spreading and either eat flowers or harvest seeds for next spring.

Fast Facts

Name:	Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify
Botanical Name:	Tragopogon porrifolius "Mammoth Sandwich Island"
Type:	Heirloom
Size at Maturity:	8" - 10" Long, 1.5" Diameter
Days to Maturity:	120 Days
Light Requirement:	Sun / Partial Shade
Planting Time:	Early Spring
Sowing Method:	Direct Sow
Planting Depth:	1/2"
Plant Spacing:	3" - 6"
Seeds per Pound:	Approx. 42,100
Hardiness Zones:	All
Ships:	Year-round

Planting Instructions

Prefers deep, well-drained soil. Plant in early spring, as soon as the ground can be worked. Loosen soil down to 18" so that roots will have nice, loose soil to stretch into. Plant 3 seeds every 3" - 6" and cover with no more than 1" soil. Once plants are established, thin seedlings to one plant every 3" - 6".
Roots are ready to harvest in fall, through winter. Very cold hardy, and flavor improves after several frosts. Dig roots in late fall before ground freezes. In milder areas, roots can be kept in the soil until the following spring, harvesting as needed.