A long-time favorite! Rutabaga American Purple Top's purplish crown gives way to a creamy-yellow, fine-grained flesh with a wonderful sweet flavor. Rutabaga stores well for use all winter.
SKU: 137151
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
8 to 12 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
90 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Brassica napus
Fill Weight (grams): 2.5
Approximate Seed Count: 800-900
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Creamy, fine texture
Preparation Ideas: Great when roasted, mashed, mixed with sauteed carrots, turnips, and broccoli.
Instructions
Sow seed directly in soil as soon as the ground can be worked.