{"product_id":"sium-sisarum-seeds-skirret-garden-planting-seeds","title":"Sium sisarum Seeds – Skirret Garden Planting Seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkirret (Sium sisarum) is a traditional perennial root vegetable known for its clusters of slender, pale roots and finely divided green foliage. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, it is related to carrots, parsley, and other familiar garden plants. Skirret is an interesting choice for gardeners who enjoy growing heritage vegetables and exploring less common edible crops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant develops upright stems with delicate leaves and may produce small white flowers arranged in umbrella-shaped clusters. It is primarily cultivated for its edible roots, which have traditionally been used in cooking. Skirret can be grown in vegetable beds or kitchen gardens with suitable soil depth, consistent moisture, and adequate space for root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Skirret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name: Sium sisarum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Family: Apiaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Perennial root vegetable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage: Green, finely divided leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers: Small white flowers in umbrella-shaped clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright leafy growth with clusters of slender roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Use: Kitchen gardens, vegetable plots, and heritage crop collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Grow in full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Choose fertile, moisture-retentive soil with good drainage and enough depth for root growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry weather, without allowing it to remain waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Starting: Sow seeds in a suitable seed-starting medium and follow the supplier’s instructions for sowing depth and germination conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing: Leave sufficient room for foliage development and underground root growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing: Use a deep container with drainage holes if growing Skirret in pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Care: Keep the growing area free of competing weeds and monitor soil moisture throughout the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkirret is a distinctive addition to kitchen gardens and vegetable plots, especially for gardeners interested in traditional root crops. Its roots can be harvested for culinary use once they have developed sufficiently. The plant’s leafy growth also adds greenery to edible garden spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a perennial vegetable, Skirret may grow over multiple seasons when local climate and conditions are suitable. Germination and development can vary depending on seed quality, temperature, and soil conditions, so allow the plants time to establish before expecting a root harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Seed House","offers":[{"title":"50 Pcs","offer_id":71649847640317,"sku":"VS-RS-04","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Pcs","offer_id":71649847673085,"sku":"VS-RS-05","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":71649847705853,"sku":"VS-RS-06","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/4335\/8205\/files\/images_820d0e13-2935-41c8-be9b-e1617365bcbf.jpg?v=1792581688","url":"https:\/\/www.indianseedhouse.com\/products\/sium-sisarum-seeds-skirret-garden-planting-seeds","provider":"Indian Seed House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}