{"product_id":"laurentian-rutabaga-seeds-500-heirloom-canadian-root-vegetable-seeds-for-planting","title":"Laurentian Rutabaga Seeds – 500 Heirloom Canadian Root Vegetable Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaurentian Rutabaga is a classic heirloom root vegetable prized for its smooth, globe-shaped roots with purple shoulders and creamy yellow flesh. This Canadian-bred variety has been a garden favorite for generations, offering reliable performance in cool climates and a mild, sweet flavor that shines in both home cooking and market gardens. Whether you're growing for fall harvests, winter storage, or simply enjoying fresh rutabagas from your own backyard, Laurentian delivers dependable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, this rutabaga is well-suited to raised beds, traditional garden rows, and container growing. Its vigorous tops and uniform roots make it a rewarding crop for gardeners of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with purple-shouldered, yellow-fleshed roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet flavor ideal for roasting, mashing, and soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to cool-season growing and fall harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniform, globe-shaped roots with smooth skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable germination and vigorous growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica napus var. napobrassica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile loam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–100 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 inches between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Laurentian rutabaga seeds directly in the garden about 2–4 weeks before the last expected frost for a spring crop, or in mid-to-late summer for a fall harvest. Plant seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7–14 days. Thin seedlings to stand 6–8 inches apart to allow roots to develop properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRutabagas benefit from regular watering and a side dressing of compost or balanced fertilizer mid-season. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest roots when they reach 3–5 inches in diameter, typically 90–100 days after sowing. For best flavor, wait until after a light frost to harvest fall crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Laurentian Rutabaga seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795523567926,"sku":"FOLIA2-268","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7234137511_kr4i.jpg?v=1792671091","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/laurentian-rutabaga-seeds-500-heirloom-canadian-root-vegetable-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}