Tag: Turnips

Any root crop (potatoes, carrots, radishes, parsnips, turnips) needs a fine- textured, well-drained soil to grow properly. If the soil is too heavy, the crop will rot. If the soil is too lumpy or rocky, the roots will be tough, fibrous and misshapen. What causes turnips to be Woody? Question: My turnips and rutabagas have […]

The earliest you can get Turnip seeds is by exploring the Swamp biome. They are easily missed because they only look like tiny yellow flowers! After harvesting your first Turnip, you will be able to plant Turnips with the Cultivator to get more Turrnip Seeds. One planted Turnip will give you 3 Turnip Seeds! Can […]

When planted as a cover crop, leave the crop in place to decompose. As they grow, they break up the soil. Then, as they decompose, they release their nutrients back in to the soil, Their thick roots and turnip cores are great for loosening hard and compacted soil. What do turnips do to the soil? […]

Turnips are an excellent cover for farmers who graze cattle on their fields after harvest. They are a high moisture plant, and cattle favor them due to their high sugar content. They are packed with protein, as well, and so make a great forage plant for cattle through the winter months. What is the advantage […]

Best Companion Plants For Turnip. Brassicas: Brassicas like broccoli, kale, and cabbage are a great companion plant for turnips, more for the other veggies than the turnips! The turnips attract aphids, slugs and other hungry munchers away from the cabbage and kale. What can you not plant next to turnips? Do not plant turnips near […]

Turnips are cool-weather vegetables that can be grown both in spring and fall. They mature quickly and both the bright greens and roots can be enjoyed. Is turnip out of season? When are turnips in season? Peak season for baby turnips is June to July. You can buy winter turnips all year round, although peak […]

While the root might be salvaged by peeling and stewing it, you can also replant it in a flowerpot and use the tender new leaves for greens. Alternately, you can cut off the top at 2 inches below the sprouting leaves, set it aside and cook the turnip root in a stew. Are sprouting turnips […]

Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Turnips. Turnips are cool-weather vegetables that can be grown both in spring and fall. How long does it take to grow turnips? Turnips are quick and easy to grow from seed, ready to harvest in as little as six to ten weeks. They like cool, moisture-retentive soil, in an open, sunny […]

Turnips will tolerate damp soil. What food plot grows best in wet soil? If you’re dealing with soggy ground, Delano suggests looking to clover, a staple food source for deer and one of the most resilient crops in damp ground. How long does it take for purple top turnips to grow? about 55 daysTurnips are […]

One medium turnip has 233 mg of potassium. Your body needs that mineral for just about everything, including helping your nerves send signals and keeping your muscles and heart in good working shape. Are turnips kidney friendly? Turnips are kidney-friendly and make an excellent replacement for vegetables that are higher in potassium like potatoes and […]

A range of knockdown and post-emergent herbicides will control turnip weed in cereal crops. Eclipse® is an effective option for spray-topping pulse crops if the rotation requires them. Are wild turnips edible? Edible parts of wild turnip include the leaves (especially the younger, less bitter ones), the flowers, the flower buds, the roots, and the […]

Edible parts of wild turnip include the leaves (especially the younger, less bitter ones), the flowers, the flower buds, the roots, and the seeds. Use the leaves just like bok choy leaves. They lose volume very quickly when cooked though, so you only need to fry or steam them for a few seconds. How can […]

Quick Facts Plant Size: 12 inches plant, 2–4 inches roots. Hardiness: Hardy Biennial. Sun: Full/Partial. Seed Planting Depth: 0.5 inch. Days to Harvest: 55 days. Good for Container: N/A. How long does it take for purple top turnips to grow? about 55 daysTurnips are a cool-weather crop and well adapted for the northern climate. The […]

Purple Top Turnip a brassica family plant that deer love to consume. This nutritious turnip has the characteristic of growing with the globe exposed so deer have easy access to the entire plant in food plots. The plant and roots are nutritious and protein filled, readily consumed by deer. What is the best turnip to […]

Turnips will grow in spring or fall weather, but do not like the hot summer months. (Note that an autumn crop seeded in late summer is usually sweeter and more tender than a spring crop, and pests are less of a problem.) Turnips are seeded directly into the garden; they do not transplant well. Can […]

Once a turnip is established, you shouldn’t transplant it, so place turnip seeds where you want them to grow. Plant turnips in an area that receives full sun (although they can also thrive in partial shade). Space your seeds about an inch apart, and cover them with roughly half an inch of garden soil. When […]

Carrots, asparagus, fennel, turnip, onions and sunflowers can stunt the growth and development of potato tubers. Potato plants also should not be planted in the same spot where eggplant, tomatoes and anything in the nightshade family has previously been planted. What can you not grow with potatoes? Plants to Avoid Growing With Potatoes Apple, peach, […]

Turnips on Super Nova are magical! Take one stack from outside Nook’s Cranny and sell it on the island. You will get no bells in your pockets, but when you get back to your island, your ABD will have 999,999,999 bells! CONGRATULATIONS! Can you sell turnips on other islands? Created by Warp World, the Turnip […]

Select small to medium, firm turnips that are tender and have a mild flavor. Select young, medium-sized rutabagas. Cut off tops, wash, and peel. Cut into ½-inch cubes for freezing or into cubes or slices for canning. What is the best way to preserve turnips? Store turnips wrapped in a moist cloth or paper towel […]

Store turnip greens just as you would turnip roots. If there is no room in the refrigerator, turnip roots can also be packed in a container—a bucket or plastic storage box or cooler–in moist sand, peat moss, or sawdust. What is the best way to store turnips? Turnips: Remove the greens and clean off any […]