If you're looking for a cool-season crop that's easy to grow, consider Turnip. In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to get started, from planting to harvesting.
Soil
What soil is good for Turnips?
Turnips prefer rich, well draining soil with plenty of compost mixed in.
Position
How much sun do Turnips need?
Plant Turnip in a full sun position.
Frost Tolerant
Are Turnips frost tolerant?
Turnip will tolerate mild frost.
Spacing
How much space do Turnips need?
Plant Turnips roughly 20cm apart.
Planting
When should I plant Turnips?
Turnips are a cool season crop, usually sown in autumn through to spring when soil temperatures are approximately 10-25°C (50-77°C).
Turnips do not respond well to transplanting, it is best to direct sow the seeds.
Feeding
What do I feed Turnips?
A light application of organic fertiliser at planting. If the soil is prepared well Turnips should not need further feeding.
Harvesting
When can I harvest Turnips?
You will generally see the Turnip bulb come up just above the surface of the soil when close to, or ready for harvest. Harvest at your preferred size.
Pests
What pests do Turnips get?
Pests that affect Turnip include: Aphids, Slug, Snail, Flea Beetle, Root Maggots, Wireworms, Cabbage Moth, Caterpillar, White Fly, Cabbage White Butterfly, Cabbage Looper.
Diseases
What diseases do Turnips get?
Diseases that affect Turnips include: Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Black Root, Black Rot, Clubroot, Downy Mildew, White Mold, White Spot, Turnip Mosaic Virus.
Troubleshooting
How do I troubleshoot my growing problems?
Turnips left in the ground too long will become coarse and woody.
Turnips are Cool Season Crops
Turnips are Easy To Grow
Turnips are Frost Tolerant
Turnips are Shade Tolerant