When should I plant turnip seeds?
Turnips are a cool-season crop. Sow in early spring for a summer harvest, and again in mid to late summer for a fall crop, which is often the sweetest since roots mature in cooling weather.
How long do turnips take to grow?
Roots are typically ready in about 40 to 55 days. For tender eating, harvest them at 2 to 3 inches across; larger roots can turn woody and strong-flavored.
How do I sow and space turnip seeds?
Direct sow 1/2 inch deep in rows 12 to 18 inches apart, then thin seedlings to 3 to 4 inches so the roots have room to bulb up. Turnips do not transplant well, so sow them where they will grow.
Can I eat turnip greens as well as the root?
Yes. Turnip greens are nutritious and delicious cooked like other leafy greens. You can harvest a few outer leaves while the plant grows, or grow some plants mainly for their tops.
What sun and soil do turnips need?
Grow turnips in full sun in loose, fertile soil with consistent moisture. Even watering produces smooth, mild roots, while dry spells make them tough and pungent.
How many turnip seeds are in the packet, and are they non-GMO?
Each packet contains about 1,200 open-pollinated, non-GMO turnip seeds, plenty for repeated spring and fall sowings of both roots and greens.
When do turnips taste best?
They are sweetest when grown in cool weather and harvested young; fall crops touched by light frost are especially flavorful.
How big should I let them get?
Harvest at 2–3 inches across for tender roots; larger turnips can turn woody and stronger in flavor.
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