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. 

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