Scorzonera
Scorzonera hispanica
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Scorzonera is a perennial root vegetable cultivated for its long, slender black-skinned roots with white flesh, prized in European cuisine for their nutty flavor. The plant produces attractive yellow flowers and edible young leaves, making it both productive and ornamental in the garden.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean and Central Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Root layer
Root crops and the underground layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Scorzonera is a perennial root vegetable cultivated for its long, slender black-skinned roots with white flesh, prized in European cuisine for their nutty flavor. The plant produces attractive yellow flowers and edible young leaves, making it both productive and ornamental in the garden.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Scorzonera grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean and Central Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Root layer
Root crops and the underground layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation