{"product_id":"swede-aspen","title":"Swede ‘Aspen’ Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Brassica napus var. napobrassicas) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"71\" class=\"\"\u003eSwede ‘Aspen’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Often called the \"King of Root Vegetables\" in heritage circles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this variety is celebrated for its reliable yields and exceptional culinary versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Unlike modern supermarket counterparts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ‘Aspen’ develops a refined,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e smooth texture and a complex sweetness that only truly shines when grown in the home garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis variety produces uniform,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e globe-shaped roots with a classic purple crown and creamy-white flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is particularly valued by those who practice \"slow living\" and seasonal eating,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e as it is one of the most dependable storage crops—staying firm and flavourful in a cool,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e dark spot for months after harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Whether mashed with plenty of butter,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e roasted until caramelised,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e or added to hearty farmhouse stews,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ‘Aspen’ is a winter essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eFrost-Enhanced Flavour:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The starches in the root convert to sugars after the first few frosts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e resulting in a remarkably sweet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e nutty taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eExceptional Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A champion \"keeper\" crop that helps provide homegrown food well into the hungry gaps of late winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eUniform \u0026amp; Reliable:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Selected for its consistent shape and high resistance to splitting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e even in variable weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCulinary Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Holds its shape beautifully in slow-cooked dishes but mashes to a silky,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e golden consistency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eNutrient-Rich:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e A fantastic source of Vitamin C,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e fibre,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and potassium during the colder months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\" class=\"\"\u003eGrowing Information (Australia):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\" class=\"\"\u003eBrassica napus var. napobrassica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 'Aspen'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSowing Season:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Late Spring to early Autumn (Best timed to mature during the onset of cold weather).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 1cm deep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 20–25cm apart in rows 40cm apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 7–10 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e 12–16 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSoil Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Swedes prefer a well-worked,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e crumbly soil that is free from fresh manure (which can cause the roots to fork).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Ensure consistent moisture to keep the roots tender and prevent them from becoming \"woody.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e100 Seeds per pack plastic free packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWE DO NOT SHIP TO W.A DUE TO BIOSECURITY ORDERS FROM W.A WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REFUNDED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gatherer Forager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53363565068561,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/4323\/7905\/products\/Swedepurplet.jpg?v=1667288905","url":"https:\/\/www.gathererforager.com\/products\/swede-aspen","provider":"Gatherer Forager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}