Purple Top Turnips

Description

For over a century, this open-pollinated, heirloom plant has been a favorite to professional and hobby farmers. These plants have white roots with purple crowns that become visible as they grow and mature.

• Mature: 55 days
• Full Sun
• Sow from March – June
• Sprouts in 4-10 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/2″
• Seed spacing (rows): 14”-18” apart
• Ideal Temperature: 60 – 65 F
• Plant Spacing: Thin rows to 4” – 6” 
• Frost Hardy: Light frost
• Brassica rapa 

Growing Tips:

The soil should be well-drained and moist when sowing the seeds of Purple Top Turnips. Space plants up to 9 inches apart for large turnips. For an early Autumn harvest, sow turnips from July to the middle of August.

Companion Plants:

• Beans (& other legumes) 
• Peas 
• Chamomile 
• Dill
• Mint 

Avoid Planting with Plant:

• Carrots
• Potatoes 
• Radishes