Soil
Deeply worked soil that has not had compost or manure added withing 6 months.
Position
Sun or partial shade.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not required.
Companions
Onion, Onions and Radish.
Spacing
Single Plants: 7″ (20cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 7″ (20cm) with 11″ (30cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow direct into soil, and cover the seeded bed or furrow with a board to keep it moist. Germination often takes up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Thin seedlings to proper spacing when they are 4 inches tall. Mulch to deter weeds and keep soil moist.
Harvesting
Use a digging fork to loosen soil along outside of the planting before pulling roots. Can be left in the soil through winter in many areas.