Turnip-Japanese Red Round
Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
This is a popular Japanese turnip variety. The root is semi-globed, with a deep scarlet red skin and tender, crisp white flesh. When harvested young or fully mature, it has a wonderful, sweet taste. Turnip tops have red veins and stems and are green in color. Roots can be pickled and added to soup.
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Days to germination |
4-7 days |
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Days to maturity |
45-50 days |
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Life cycle |
Cool Season Annual |
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Plant time |
Fall through Spring |
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Spacing |
6-12 inches |
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Sun |
Full sun to part shade |
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Soil temperature |
45-85 degrees |
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Optimum soil P.H |
6-7 |
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Height |
18-22 inches |
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Harvest |
Mid Fall - Late Spring |