Turnip Sweet Marble F1 Seeds

Turnip Sweet Marble F1 Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A premium F1 hybrid turnip grown for its uniform roots and sweet flavour.

 

Brassica rapa ‘Sweet Marble F1’ produces smooth, round roots with creamy white skin and a delicate purple top. The flesh is tender, crisp, and notably sweet, making it ideal for eating raw, steaming, roasting, or adding to soups and stews.

 

This fast maturing hybrid is highly uniform, resistant to bolting, and reliable in a wide range of conditions. With excellent storage quality and consistent yields, it is a favourite for both home gardeners and market growers.

 

Seed Qty Approx 100

 

Sow March to August direct outdoors

Germination 7 to 14 days at 15 to 20°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height/Spread Roots 8 to 10 cm diameter, spacing 20 cm between rows

Harvest 50 to 70 days from sowing

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in shallow drills 1 cm deep, spacing rows 20 cm apart. Germination usually occurs within 1 to 2 weeks. Thin seedlings to 10 cm apart when large enough to handle. For a continuous supply, sowings can be staggered every 2 to 3 weeks. Harvest young for the sweetest flavour and tender texture

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells to encourage even growth and prevent roots from becoming woody. Brassica rapa ‘Sweet Marble F1’ thrives in cool conditions and benefits from successional sowing. Roots are uniform and hold well in the ground, maintaining quality for extended harvest periods

 

Uses and Benefits

Smooth round roots with sweet flavour

Fast-maturing F1 hybrid with uniform growth

Excellent for raw eating, cooking, and storage

Reliable cropping with strong bolting resistance

Easy to grow and rewarding for gardeners of all levels

 

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