Chthulu parsnips

[deborahjross]

Originally, Dave planted parsnips out in the back alley, in the hopes that their roots would penetrate and loosen the hard stuff beneath the decent soil. (Needless to say, the parsnips have naturalized all over and we have no hope whatsoever of keeping up with them.)

Instead, this is what happened:




They sprout multiple tentacle-like roots and go sideways. Despite the difficulties of cleaning them, the results are worth it. They taste just grand. Especially if you like parsnips. Which we do.

Comments

[imhilien.livejournal.com]

Wow! Parsnips are yummy, yes. :)

Be careful these ones don't conquer the kitchen though. LOL.

[kateelliott.livejournal.com]

I love this photo.

[desperance.livejournal.com]

I believe carrots do the same sort of thing in hard or stony soil. Vegetables are so uncooperative sometimes.

[deborahjross.livejournal.com]

They really are exuberant, aren't they!

[deborahjross.livejournal.com]

I'll tell Dave, who took it. He does love his vegetables!

[deborahjross.livejournal.com]

Well, they don't come only in the tidy, manicured forms you see in grocery stores!

Eventually, though, the parsnips will triumph over the hard pan.