Brassica rapa 'Seven Top'

Turnip

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Common Name:

Turnip

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Yellow

Foliage color:

Green Variegated

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

45 cm

Maximum width:

15 cm

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Description

HEIRLOOM. Grown for delicious, tender green, 16-22in. leaves which can be harvested all winter. Inedible roots. About 50 days from planting to harvest. CULINARY TIP: In spring, use shoots as you would broccoli.

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Growth

Turnips are biennials grown as cool-season annuals. Grows best with air temperatures between 60-65°F (15-18°C). Full sun.

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Planting

Propagate from the seed. Sow seeds 4 weeks before the last frost date in spring in your area for early summer crop. Can also sow 90-100 days before first frost in fall for late harvest. Sow seeds directly into the ground. Amend the soil with compost before planting. Space seeds according to root size variety--large roots 2" apart. Leave 12" room between rows.

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Pest

Prone to diseases such as club root, anthracnose, and root rot. Also affected by aphids, flea beetles, and root maggots. Use insecticidal soap or strong sprays of water to remove pests. For root maggots, it is recommended to lay a floating row cover over the crop which will prevent adult flies from laying eggs on the soil. Curb diseases by rotating crops from year to year.

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Interesting facts

Spicy leaves and mild roots with white flesh. Great for salads, pickling, soups, and stews.

Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Seven Top') - Soil and irrigation

Keep the soil evenly moist. Provide at least 1" of water per week. Apply an organic mulch to enhance soil water retention and keep the soil cool.