500 Purple Top White Globe Turnip Seeds – Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds

Purple Top White Globe Turnip is a classic heirloom variety prized for its round, smooth roots with vivid purple tops and crisp white flesh. The greens are also edible and productive, making this a dual-purpose crop for the vegetable garden. These turnips are a dependable choice for home gardeners who want a traditional, versatile root vegetable for fresh eating, roasting, or storage.

Easy to grow from seed, Purple Top White Globe performs well in cool weather and can be planted in spring or fall. The roots are typically harvested when young and tender, though they can be left to mature for larger roots. This heirloom variety has been grown for generations and remains a favorite for its reliable germination and consistent shape.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with purple-topped, white-fleshed roots
• Dual-purpose crop: edible roots and nutritious greens
• Round, smooth roots with a mild, sweet flavor
• Adaptable to spring and fall planting
• Good choice for fresh eating, cooking, and storage

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Brassica rapa
• Plant Type: Biennial grown as an annual
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright rosette with round root
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Days to Maturity: 45–60 days
• Spacing: 4–6 inches between plants

Planting & Care

Sow turnip seeds directly in the garden about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep, spacing seeds 1 inch apart in rows 12–18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 4–6 inches apart once they are a few inches tall. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination and growth. For a continuous harvest, succession sow every 2–3 weeks. Purple Top White Globe grows best in cool weather; avoid planting during the heat of summer.

Water regularly to prevent the roots from becoming woody. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest roots when they are 2–3 inches in diameter for the best flavor and texture. Greens can be harvested lightly while the plants are young.

What's Included

500 Purple Top White Globe Turnip seeds.