Brassica rapa 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid'
Turnip
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Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - Description
All-America Winner. Best variety for a spring crop. Grows to 6" across. Tasty raw or cooked. Excellent greens.
Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - 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 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Sow seeds 4 weeks before the last frost date in spring in your area for early summer crop. 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 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - 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 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - Interesting facts
Spicy leaves and mild roots with white flesh. Great for salads, pickling, soups, and stews.
Turnip (Brassica rapa 'Tokyo Cross Hybrid') - 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.
