Ferry-Morse
Purple Top White Globe
Turnip
Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
HeirloomOrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic
About (From this Label)
Turnip Purple Top White Globe is a long time favorite, and the most popular turnip for table use. The white flesh of its root is firm and fine-grained with a mild, sweet flavor. This cool weather vegetable is at its most tender when the roots are 2 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Origin
United States
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Germination
7â10 days
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Days to Maturity
55 days
Fruit Size
2â2 1/2 in
How to Plant
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
1/2 in
Seed Spacing
5 in
Row Spacing
1 1/2 ft
Thin To
5 in
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
Sow directly in the garden as early as the soil can be worked. Plant 2 seeds together every 5 inches, covering firmly with soil. Thin to one plant every 5 inches when seedlings are 2 1/2 - 3 inches tall. Sow again in late summer for a fall crop.
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