Purple Top White Globe Turnip
Best heirloom choice for cool-season gardeners seeking versatile, long-storing root vegetables.
Grow the classic Purple Top White Globe Turnip, a variety dating back to 1880, known for its smooth globes that are magenta above and white below. This heirloom performs best in cool seasons, yielding roots that are mild and fine-grained. Harvested turnips maintain good quality even when larger than the ideal 3-4 inches. These seeds are organically grown and non-GMO, ensuring quality, and the roots store well for extended enjoyment. Turnip tops are also edible as greens.
$4.15
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Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Days to Maturity
55
/ days
Who it's for
- Homesteaders maximizing yield from limited garden space
- Beginner gardeners needing dependable, easy-to-grow heirloom varieties
- Busy growers wanting quick results for succession planting
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest monitoring
- Hands-off growers who prefer low-maintenance, flexible harvest windows
- Homesteaders seeking long-term root cellar storage solutions
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Dual-purpose harvest provides both mild roots and nutritious edible greens.
Storage Longevity
Roots maintain excellent quality and texture long after the initial harvest.
Growth Reliability
Proven heirloom genetics ensure consistent performance across diverse cool-season conditions.
Harvest Forgiveness
Maintains high flavor quality even when roots exceed the ideal size.
Germination Range
Broad temperature tolerance simplifies planting windows for home gardeners.
Disease Resistance
Rigorous testing ensures a healthy start for every organic crop.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
55 days
Seeding Depth
3/4"
Plant Spacing (Turnip)
2-4"
Row Spacing (Turnip)
12-18"
Soil pH Preference
6.0 - 7.5
Seed Germination Temperature Range
45-85 degrees Fahrenheit
Storage Temperature for Unwashed Roots
32°F at high humidity
Features
- Mild, fine-grained flavor profile
- Excellent storage capability for roots
- Roots grow to 3-6 inches in size
- Heirloom variety dating to 1880
- Organic and Non-GMO seeds
- Tops can be eaten as greens
- Tested negative for common diseases
What customers say
Gardeners highly value this organic turnip seed for its exceptional reliability and superior yield. The seeds demonstrate consistently strong germination, leading to fast, vigorous growth perfect for new growers. A major highlight is the dual benefit: the roots offer a sweet, mild flavor without bitterness, while the greens provide abundant, tender harvests. This variety maximizes output in small spaces. Customers trust the organic quality, viewing this dependable, fast maturing producer as an excellent investment for both root and leaf production. It is recognized as a top tier seed choice.
Know before you buy
Yes, the tops of the Purple Top White Globe are completely edible. They can be harvested and prepared just like other turnip greens or mustard greens.
While the ideal harvest size is 3-4 inches, this variety is known for maintaining its mild, fine-grained texture even when roots grow larger, up to 6 inches.
For the longest shelf life, store unwashed roots in a cool environment at 32°F with high humidity. This variety is specifically noted for its excellent storage capabilities.
Yes, these are a reliable heirloom variety that germinates well in soil temperatures between 45°F and 85°F. They reach maturity in about 55 days, making them a straightforward crop for cool-season gardening.
These turnips prefer a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Ensure you plant them at a depth of 3/4 inch and provide adequate spacing of 2-4 inches between plants to allow the globes to develop properly.
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