ZonePlant
Purple Top White Globe turnip

vegetable variety in zone 5a

Purple Top White Globe turnip in zone 5a

Purple Top White Globe · Brassica rapa subsp. rapa

Zone
5a -20°F to -15°F
Growing season
150 days
Days to harvest
40 to 60

The verdict

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

About Purple Top White Globe

Mild, slightly sweet, tender when small; classic purple-shouldered white root. Roasting, mashing, raw in salads when young. Heritage standard, holds quality if pulled before getting too large.

Critical timing for zone 5a

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

Common challenges in zone 5a

  • ▸ Fire blight in pears
  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Late spring frosts

Modified care for zone 5a

Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.

Purple Top White Globe in adjacent zones

Other turnip varieties for zone 5a

Frequently asked questions

+
Will Purple Top White Globe turnip grow in zone 5a?

Yes. Purple Top White Globe is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 8a, which includes zone 5a.

Image: "Brassica rapa subsp. rapa", by E4024, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

Related

Related