With a flattened, round shape and vibrant purple skin on the upper part of the root, transitioning to white towards the base. The flesh is white and crisp, maturing fast with a sweet tender flavour. When to Sow : March-June HOW TO SOW MILAN TURNIPS:
Best sowed direct. Prepare the growing site ensuring the soil is loose and the top is raked to a fine tilth, adding lime if necessary. Seeds will need a min temp of 12°C for the best germination
Mark a shallow drill 1cm deep and sow the seeds thinly into the bottom alog the row. Cover over with a little soil and water well. Thin to 10cm when large enough to handle - Classification: Hardy Annual
- Expert Level: Medium
- Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
- Harvest Time:June-Oct
- Site: Full/ Part Sun
- Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
- Soil Acidity: Alkaline/Neutral
- Moisture: Well drained
- Care: Water regularly, especially in dry weather to avoid the roots splitting. May need some protection from Flea beetle and cabbage root fly.
- Use: Edible
- Harvest: When roots are 5cm ( Golf ball size) to eat raw and 8cm (Tennis ball size) for cooking
- Days to Maturity: 84 Days
- Feed:Lime if needed
- Plant Spacing:10cm
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