{"product_id":"turnip-rutabaga-seeds-collection-heirloom-non-gmo-varieties-for-fall-spring-gardens","title":"Turnip \u0026 Rutabaga Seeds Collection – Heirloom Non-GMO Varieties for Fall \u0026 Spring Gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a diverse mix of nutritious root vegetables with the Turnip \u0026amp; Rutabaga Seeds Collection—a carefully selected heirloom trio featuring Purple Top Turnip, Snowball White Turnip, and American Purple Top Rutabaga. Each non-GMO variety offers dependable germination, cool-season resilience, and delicious results for both greens and roots. Ideal for backyard gardens, raised beds, or homesteads focused on year-round food security and self-reliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Cool-Season Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy two planting opportunities each year—spring and fall—for a continuous supply of fresh greens and hearty storage roots. These easy-to-grow crops thrive in USDA Zones 3–9, making them suitable for most climates across the U.S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Gardeners Love the Turnip \u0026amp; Rutabaga Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Classic Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes Purple Top Turnip for tender greens and roots, Snowball White Turnip for mild, crisp texture, and American Purple Top Rutabaga for rich, golden storage roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Purpose Harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick greens in 30–40 days or allow roots to mature in 50–65 days for late-season storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow: \u003c\/strong\u003eGerminates in 5–10 days; performs well in full sun and well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable Growing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for raised beds, garden rows, or container gardening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Heirloom Genetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated, non-GMO seeds that can be saved for future planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Plant \u0026amp; Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e: Direct seed outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in spring, or 6–8 weeks before the first frost in fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers cool weather, full sun, and fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds ¼ inch deep; thin seedlings to 3–6 inches apart for best root development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist to encourage uniform growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young greens early or allow roots to mature before the ground freezes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurnip Greens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender and flavorful when harvested young, great for sautés or soups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurnip \u0026amp; Rutabaga Roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent roasted, mashed, or added to stews; store well through winter for extended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis collection contains 3 packets of seeds including:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnowball Turnip \u003c\/strong\u003e(pkg.wt. 400mg) also known as Tokyo turnip, is a small, white turnip with a mild, sweet flavor. It is often eaten raw in salads or pickled, but can also be roasted or sautéed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Top Turnip\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e(pkg.wt. 750mg) \u003c\/span\u003eis a larger turnip with a purple and white coloration. It has a slightly spicy flavor and a denser texture than the Snowball Turnip. Purple Top Turnips are often roasted, mashed, or used in soups and stews.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Purple Top Rutabaga\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e(pkg.wt. 500mg) \u003c\/span\u003eis a root vegetable that is a cross between a turnip and a cabbage. It has a yellow flesh and a purple and white skin. 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