SproutSmart
SproutSmart Intelligent Garden Sowing

Cobham Improved Marrow · Parsnip

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Cobham Improved Marrow to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 13th
Harvest BeginsAug 31st
Harvest EndsSep 27th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity110
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitTaproot
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)50
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Sow parsnip seeds directly in deeply loosened soil and keep the surface consistently moist until germination, since they hate transplanting and transplant shock can cause forking or poor roots.