First made available in Boston in the 1820s, White Egg turnips are extremely popular in the south but can be cultivated virtually anywhere thanks to their short growing time. This also makes them ideal for successive sowings, allowing you to stagger two or more crops throughout the spring and summer depending on the length of your growing season. White Egg turnips are a bunching variety that produces generous yields of large, round, bright white fruits each about 4 inches in diameter. Their flesh is crisp, tender, and sweet, and because they have a higher water content than other turnips, they're also surprisingly juicy.
More Information| SKU | DL013915 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Weight Of Seeds Per Packet | 0.16 oz |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 2375 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Brassica rapa |
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| How To Grow | Direct sow |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
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| Planting Depth | 1/4-1/2 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 1 inch |
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| Row Spacing | 12-18 inches |
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| Space After Thinning | 4-6 inches |
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| Days To Germinate | 5-10 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 45-65 |
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| Growth Rate | Fast |
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| Tolerates | Cold |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Biennial |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Edible |
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| Additional Information | Introduced in 1600s |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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