Purple Top White Globe Turnip Seeds

Purple Top White Globe Turnip Seeds grow an easy, classic heirloom turnip with smooth, round, sweet roots that reach maturity in about 45 to 60 days. The purple-shouldered white globes are one of the sweetest turnip varieties when grown in cool weather, good for both roots and tender greens.

At a glance

• Variety: Purple Top White Globe turnip
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO root vegetable
• Roots: Smooth, round, sweet, purple-topped white globes
• Days to maturity: About 45 to 60 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/8 to 1/4 inch
• Spacing: Thin to 2 to 3 inches apart
• Seasons: Spring or fall, cool weather

Best for

• Roasting and mashing
• Soups and stews
• Turnip greens
• Cool-season spring and fall gardens
• Storage roots

How to grow

Sow 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep in full sun, in single rows or a solid-seeded wide-row block, in spring or fall. Thin aggressively to 3 inches apart while plants are young so the roots can size up. Keep the bed weed-free with adequate moisture.

Flavor profile

Sweet and mild, especially in cool weather, with crisp white flesh and edible peppery greens.

About Papaws Garden Supply

Papaws Garden Supply is a family-minded seed and garden company helping the next generation to grow with nature, offering heirloom and certified seed stock for home growers.