[Sideways]

I pulled up my first parsnip today, it was in perfect condition and tasted delicious with dinner this afternoon.

My first year as a allotment holder is drawing to a close and I am very happy with what I have acheived this year. My spring cabbages are in, so are my over-winter broad beans, colly and kale.

My leaks, sprouts and the cabbages I planted earlier in the year seem to be growing better than ever, its as if they are loving this cooler, wetter weather.

I have to say, Im luvin my allotment!!  

[philsmith1967]

...and the best is yet to come

[madcat]

Your first parsnip of the season is always amazing.  I photographed mine and emailed pic to OH @ work, I was so pleased with it.   Sad ....  I know.

[Libby]

I did the same!!  I was convinced there was nothing much down there and when I dug the parsnip up, it was 18 inches long.  The picture makes people laugh so it is all good.

[madcat]

And you beat me!     Mine was only 17"!!!

[Libby]

Well, I will probably cheer you up now as I dug another up yesterday and it was only 10 inches!!

[madcat]

And who said size doesnt matter!