Turnip Seeds (Purple Top) {WINTER} شلجم _ پرپل ٹاپ

Approx 300 seeds in the pack 

Purple Top Turnip (شلجم پرپل ٹاپ) is a cool-season root vegetable known for its round, smooth roots with purple-tinted tops and white flesh. This variety is fast-growing, high-yielding, and flavorful, making it perfect for curries, soups, pickles, and fresh salads.

Rich in vitamins C and A, fiber, and antioxidants, turnips support digestion, immunity, and overall health. Both roots and young leaves are edible, providing versatile use in the kitchen.

Growing Instructions:

1. Soil:
Loose, fertile, and well-drained loamy soil enriched with compost. Ideal pH: 6.0–7.5.

2. Sowing Time (Pakistan):
Best sown from October to February for cool-season growth.

3. Sowing Method:

• Sow seeds directly in the soil at a depth of ½ inch.

• Space seeds 2–3 inches apart, with rows 12–15 inches apart.

• Thin seedlings after germination for proper root development.

4. Watering:
Keep soil evenly moist, especially during root development.

5. Sunlight:
Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily) for best growth.

6. Germination Time:
Seeds germinate in 7–10 days under optimal conditions.

7. Harvesting:

• Ready to harvest in 50–70 days after sowing.

• Pick roots when firm and round, with vibrant purple tops.

Features & Benefits:

• Fast-growing, high-yielding purple-top variety

• Smooth, crisp, and flavorful roots

• Rich in vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants

• Leaves edible and nutritious

• Perfect for home gardens, salads, and cooking