Turnip in Zone 11b
Brassica rapa
| Start indoors | Not typically started indoors |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Dec 11–Dec 18 |
| Estimated harvest | ~50 days after direct-sowing |
Spacing: 9 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Pea — Peas fix nitrogen that benefits neighboring root crops.
Where to buy turnip seeds
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See it growing
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