Organic seeds Rutabaga Cabbage Turnip - La Semence Bio

Rutabaga cabbage turnip seeds - La Semence Bio

Discover rutabaga (Brassica napus var. napobrassica), a root related to the turnip but distinguished by its more oblong shape and swollen top. This ancient variety, characterized by a purple collar, offers a distinctive appearance, remarkable nutritional benefits and frost tolerance.

Rutabaga is naturally rich in folic acid, phosphorus, potassium and vitamin C, making it a nutritious choice to incorporate into your diet. Its soft, sweet flesh not only pleases the palate, but is also recognized for its medicinal virtues.

To ensure optimum growth, prepare soil that is chalky, rich in potash, cool and free from stones. Sun exposure is preferable to encourage rutabaga development. Sow at a depth of 0.5 cm from May to July in well-drained soil. Seed emergence takes just 6 days in soil maintained at 18°C.

The rutabaga growth cycle extends over 120 days, with harvesting from August to the end of November.