American Purple Top
Rutabaga
Brassica napus
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Brassicaceae (Mustard family) · Genus: Brassica
About
Rutabaga American Purple Top is an old-time variety that remains popular for the flavor it adds to winter meals. Wonderful roasted, mashed, or in a mix with sautéed carrots, turnips, and broccoli. The roots are purple-shouldered with firm, yellow flesh. These cool-weather vegetables can be stored for several months and are best eaten at no larger than 4 inches.
Characteristics
Color
Yellow
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Biennial
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
3–10 days
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Days to Maturity
90 days
Fruit Size
Up to 4 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
12-14 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
2 in
Row Spacing
12 in
Thin To
2 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Air Temp
15–75 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Sow directly in the garden as early as the soil can be worked. Plant 2 seeds every 2 inches. Thin to one plant every 2 inches when seedlings are 2 1/2 - 3 inches tall. Sow again in late summer for a fall crop.
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