Planting. 1  Always sow fresh seed. 2  Parsnips need a long growing season, so sow as soon as the soil is workable. 3  Loosen the soil to a depth of 12-15 inches and mix in a 2- to 4-inch layer of compost. Always sow fresh seed. 2  Parsnips need a long growing season, so sow as soon as the soil is workable. 3  Loosen the soil to a depth of 12-15 inches and mix in a 2- to 4-inch layer of compost. 4  Sow 2 seeds per inch Â½ an inch deep.
Quick Facts : Festival of Souls. The Festival of Souls also referred as Obon, is a Buddhist celebration, celebrated during July in Japan and August in China. This is not an official national holiday. The Japanese believe that during this period the souls of their ancestors return to their homes on earth.
Obon is an annual Buddhist event for commemorating one's ancestors. It is believed that each year during obon, the ancestors' spirits return to this world in order to visit their relatives. Traditionally, lanterns are hung in front of houses to guide the ancestors' spirits, obon dances (bon odori) are performed, graves are visited and food offerings are made at house altars and temples.