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Helenor

Root vegetable

Brassica napus

Overview
Helenor is a heirloom root vegetable that matures in 90 days, featuring light orange flesh with a distinctive sweet flavor and mild taste profile. This variety thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions and prefers well-drained loam soil with neutral pH, making it ideal for gardeners of all skill levels. The defining characteristic of Helenor is its exceptional versatility—equally suited for fresh eating straight from the garden or for cooking applications. With an easy difficulty rating and reliable performance, Helenor represents a dependable choice for both novice and experienced growers seeking a flavorful, heirloom root vegetable.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost
Growing
Sun: shade. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained loam, neutral pH. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Root maggots, onion thrips, carrot rust flies. Common diseases: Fusarium rot, white rot, damping off.