Nozawana turnip is a traditional vegetable from Japan grown specifically for its dark green, long leafed leaves and stalks. The Nozawana turnip has a tender texture, a mild flavor and behaves well in warm and cool seasons. The Nozawana turnip is commonly used for pickling.
Scientific Name: Brassica rapa
Plant Life Cycle: Annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 15-20C
Germination time in days: 4-10 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 40 Days
Sunlight: full sun
Soil requirement: fertile, well drained
Sowing and cultivation: Sow seeds in spring or late summer/early fall for winter harvest. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Cool temperatures improve the quality and flavor of turnips. Sow 3/5cm apart, thin to 12-15 cm apart.
