Growing Turnips
Sowing and Growing Turnips
Plant turnips in early spring or late summer for a late harvest in fertile, loose friable soil with plenty of organic matter. Sow turnip seed 1/4 - 1/2 inch (6-13 mm) deep & spacing seeds 1 - 2 inches (2.5 -5 cm) apart with rows spaced 18 - 30 inches (46 - 76 cm). When the true leaves have emerged thin turnips 3 - 6 inches (7.5 - 15 cm)between plants to give roots room to grow. Harvest roots when they are between 1-3 inches (2.5 - 7.5 cm) in diameter for best flavor. Turnips grow best in full sun but will tolerate partial shade with moderate watering.
For some more on growing turnips check out this video
How to Grow Lots of Turnips from Seed to Harvest.
The University of Minnesota Extension has some helpful information on growing turnips in the garden or visit Cornell University for even more tips on growing turnips.
