At Twin Falls, Idaho, our Western Breeding Station concentrates on 
peas and beans. The Asgrow Research Center also is located here. 
PARSLEY 
Parsley seed is slow to germinate, requiring 2 to 3 weeks. An application of sodium nitrate after each cutting will promote re-growth. 
Variety Days Leaf Type Leaf Color Use Remarks 
Moss Curled (Triple Curled) . 70 finely cut deep curl dark green garnishing, decoration Attractive, productive. 
Multicurl =e Be ea: 85 dense moss bright green garnishing, decoration Stout stems, very attractive. 
GATT OUT ae 85 finely cut deep curl dark green garnishing, decoration Plants large, spreading; stems stout. 
PMN (SUE) ne ee UP flat, deeply cut bright green flavoring Standard variety for flavoring. 
Rooted (Hamburg) Rare 90 plain medium flavoring For roots only; 8”-10” long. 
green 
PARSNIP 
Parsnip seed germinates slowly, making it difficult at times to of “burning off” during germination. Other cultural requirements 
obtain a good stand. Sow seed during spring months, when are the same as for carrots. 
adequate moisture is available and when there is little danger 
ALL-AMERICAN. 95 days. Roots large, broad-shouldered, medium length, fine texture, white color, with small core. Very free 
from side rootlets. 
HOLLOW CROWN. 95 days. Roots 10”-12” long, 242”-3” diameter at shoulder, hollow crowned, uniformly tapered. A standard variety 
in many areas. 
SOUTHERN TABLE PEAS 
BLACKEYE, EARLY WILT-RESISTANT RAMSHORN. 63 days. Early and very prolific, producing a heavy yield of long pods on upright 
vines. Plants uniform in size, growth and maturity. 
BLACKEYE, GIANT WILT-RESISTANT RAMSHORN. 70 days. Vigorous and productive. The peas are much larger than regular Blackeyes 
and can be used for both green and dried peas. 
BROWN CROWDER. 75 days. Plants thick-stemmed and branching. Pods filled with brownish peas of good flavor, crowded together. 
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