Vegetables
Intermediate
Annual/biennial crop
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Hakurei Turnip (Salad Turnip)
Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
About Plant: Hakurei Turnip (Salad Turnip)
A quick tender white turnip prized for sweet crisp roots that can be eaten raw, plus edible leafy tops.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, moisture-retentive, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing6–12 inches
Height8–30 inches
Time to Harvest35-50
Planting Depth1/8–1/2 inch
Germination Time5–21 days
Expert Growing Tips
Keep growth steady with consistent moisture and harvest before stems or roots become coarse.