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Purple Top Turnip

Brassica

Brassica rapa

Overview
Purple Top Turnip is a classic heirloom variety featuring distinctive purple-tinged shoulders that fade to white at the base, creating an attractive two-tone appearance. These small to medium roots mature in just 37 days, making them quick from seed to harvest. The mild, sweet flesh develops additional complexity after frost, becoming noticeably sweeter. Young roots offer a subtle peppery bite, while mature roots are tender and suitable for roasting, mashing, or raw consumption. The purple coloring is both ornamental and traditional, making this an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable, flavorful turnips with minimal fuss.
Planting
Direct sow seeds ½ inch deep in early spring or late summer. Thin seedlings to proper spacing when 2-3 inches tall.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 4-7.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, cabbage root maggots, aphids. Common diseases: Clubroot, black rot, downy mildew.