Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify Seeds, NON-GMO, 1300 Seeds Fast Shipping

Grow your own Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify (Tragopogon porrifolius), also known as Goatsbeard or Vegetable Oyster! This heirloom variety produces beautiful purple flowers and edible roots with a delicate oyster-like flavor. Perfect for culinary gardens, these plants reach impressive sizes with long, tapering roots ideal for roasting, sautéing, or adding to soups.

**Growing Information:**
- **USDA Zones:** 3-9
- **Light Requirements:** Full sun (6+ hours daily)
- **Water Requirements:** Moderate, consistent moisture; well-drained soil
- **Planting Depth:** 1/2 inch
- **Spacing:** 4-6 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart
- **Germination Time:** 7-14 days
- **Days to Maturity:** 120-150 days for root harvest

**Features:**
- 1300+ seeds (approximately 1/2 ounce)
- Non-GMO, heirloom variety
- Excellent for fall planting in warmer climates
- Attracts pollinators with its striking purple blooms
- Both roots and young leaves are edible

Store seeds in a cool, dry place until planting. For best results, sow directly in garden beds in early spring or late summer for fall harvest.