Improved Long Red Mangel Wurzel

Very pretty, reddish-pink, triangular roots with broad shoulders tapering to a point. Roots become very large if left in the ground and tend to branch at the base. Traditionally used as a fodder crop, but can be eaten when young. Fair flavor. Flesh has alternating white and rose-colored concentric rings. Green tops, red streaked midribs and petioles. Long season when grown as a fodder crop. This accession matches the description for Long Red Mangold Wurzel listed in the Annabil Co catalogue, 1900. Acquired by SSE from Lagomarsino Seeds (CV Lag). SSE Accession # 106286