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Turnip Purple Top Vegetable Seeds for Planting

Turnip Purple Top Vegetable Seeds for Planting

$16.39 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Direct sow seeds in well-prepared soil.

Sow seeds ½″ deep in rows.

Keep soil evenly moist until germination.

Thin seedlings to proper spacing once established.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun to partial shade.

Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture.

Use loose, fertile, well-drained soil.

Avoid overcrowding for best root development.

Tips

Harvest young roots for best flavour.

Succession sow every 2–3 weeks for continuous harvest.

Remove weeds early to prevent competition.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Edible leafy greens

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Compact root crop

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late spring to early summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Turnip Purple Top Vegetable Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Turnip Purple Top is a classic heirloom vegetable variety widely grown for its dependable yields and excellent eating quality. The smooth roots develop quickly and are ideal for fresh use or cooking, while the leafy tops can be harvested as nutritious greens. This variety performs best in cool temperatures and well-prepared soil, making it a favourite choice for home gardens, kitchen gardens, and small farms.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Autumn

fruit-size

Fruit Size

5–8 cm

plant-height

Plant Height

30–45 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–9

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

10–15 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

½″

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Cool

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000101768

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Purple Top Turnip produce smooth roots with purple shoulders?

Yes. This heirloom variety is known for producing round, smooth roots with distinctive purple tops and creamy white lower portions.

Does Purple Top Turnip grow best in cool weather?

Yes. It thrives in cool growing conditions, producing tender roots and flavorful leafy tops with excellent quality.

Can Purple Top Turnip be grown in raised beds or containers?

Yes. It performs well in raised beds, deep containers, and traditional vegetable gardens with loose, fertile, well-drained soil.

Will harvesting the roots while they are young improve flavor and texture?

Yes. Harvesting when the roots are young and tender helps maintain a mild flavor and crisp texture.

Can both the roots and leafy tops be used in cooking?

Yes. The roots are excellent for roasting, mashing, soups, stews, and stir-fries, while the nutritious greens can be steamed, sautéed, or added to soups.

How is Purple Top Turnip different from Rutabaga?

Purple Top Turnip (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa) develops smaller, quicker-maturing roots with a mild flavor, while Rutabaga (Brassica napus var. napobrassica) produces larger roots with denser flesh, a sweeter taste, and a longer growing season.