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Scarlet Queen Turnip
Root vegetable
Root vegetableBrassica rapa
- Partial sun
- Zones 5–9
- 37 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 3" spacing
- High water
- Annual
- pH 6–7
Overview
Scarlet Queen is a heirloom turnip variety prized for its stunning deep red to crimson skin that stands out in the garden and kitchen. Maturing in just 37 days, this quick-growing root vegetable produces tender, globe-shaped roots with crisp white flesh. Unlike many turnips, Scarlet Queen delivers a distinctly sweet, mild flavor without bitter notes, making it excellent for both raw consumption in salads and cooked preparations. The vibrant skin color provides visual appeal while the tender texture remains consistent even when harvested at larger sizes. An easy-to-grow heirloom suitable for gardeners of all skill levels.
Planting
Direct seed in early spring 2-3 weeks before last frost or in late summer for fall harvest. Thin seedlings to proper spacing.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 3" apart. Germination: 4-7.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, root maggots, cabbage worms. Common diseases: Clubroot, black rot, downy mildew.