Hida Beni turnip (Kabu) is a Japanese traditional vegetable, grown in the Hida region of Gifu prefecture. This traditional Japanese turnip has a scarlet skin and produces a flattened half-globe shaped root . The flesh is white, mild and has good texture. This turnip grows well in cool conditions and is best picked young. Great for pickling.
Scientific Name: Brassica rapa subsp. Rapa
Plant Life Cycle: Annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 15-20C
Germination time in days: 4-10 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 40-60 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.
