How to grow Turnip

Brassica rapa (Rapa Group)

Seed Saving Turnip

Seed viability is four years.

How long does Turnip take to grow?

These estimates for how long Turnip takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Turnip to germinate?
8 days

Average 8 days | Min 1 days | Max 25 days (168)

Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Turnip?
+ 15 days

Average 15 days | Min 10 days | Max 42 days (5)

Days to Maturity How long until Turnip is ready for harvest / bloom?
+ 23 days

Average 23 days | Min 15 days | Max 36 days (4)

Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Turnip?
= 46 days

When should I plant Turnip?

Our when to plant Turnip estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Turnip before or after your last frost date.
35 days before Last Frost Date

Other names for Turnip

Field mustard

Brassica rapa var. rapa, Brassica rapa Rapifera Group

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