Turnip Seeds - Seven Top HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED
- Grown in Particular for their Flavorful Leafy Greens
- High in Calcium and Vitamins A, B, and C
- Prefers Full Sun Exposure; Partial Shade Tolerant
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Mid September |
| Zone 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Grow Heirloom Turnips - Plant Seven Top Turnip Seeds
Though you may not be familiar with Seven Top Turnip, you should be. This variety does not develop an edible root and instead puts all its energy into its lush leaves. The Seven Top Turnip is a delicious and nutritious turnip green that can be used in salads, or simply steamed.
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Fast Facts
Name: Turnip Seeds - Seven Top Botanical Name: Brassica rapa Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Cool Season Plant Type: Root Vegetable Features: Heirloom, Fast Growing, Container Garden Fruit Size: 12-22" leaves Days to Maturity: 30-60 Days Plant Spacing: 4-6 inches Planting Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
Turnips, a fast growing, cool-weather vegetable, can take a month less to harvest than their cool-season cousin the Rutabaga. They are easy to grow, and all parts of the plant are edible.
When to Plant:
- Turnips can be grown in both early Spring and in late Summer for a Fall crop. In frost-free climates, sow in Fall.
- Where to Plant:
- Select a site that gets full sun.
- Soil should be well-draining, light, and loosened to a depth of 10 to 15 inches, and free of any clumps of grass and stones.
- If the soil is heavy or poor, consider using a soil amendment such as composted organic matter or aged manure.
How to Plant:
- Turnips should be directly sowed into the ground; they do not transplant well.
- Scatter turnip seeds and cover with no more than ½ inch of fine soil.
- Lightly compress soil and keep evenly moist. Seedlings will emerge in 7-14 days.
- Once seedlings are 2 - 4 inches high, thin them to 4 to 6 inches apart.
- Turnips do not require much care, but consistent soil moisture is key. Keep the soil moist but not saturated. Provide plants about 1 inch of water per week to prevent the roots from becoming tough and bitter.
When to Harvest:
- Harvest once they have reached 2-3 inches in diameter. Early varieties after about 5 weeks, and maincrop varieties after 6 to 10 weeks.
- For turnip greens, wait until the roots develop. If you are harvesting turnip greens, know that this will slow the production of the root, and will take longer to harvest.
**Keep the beds free of weeds. Weeds will compete with plants for water, space, and nutrients. Either, weed frequently, and/or mulch heavily to prevent their seeds from germinating. Try to avoid disturbing the soil around the plants when weeding.
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