A heirloom black turnip for gourmets
Navet Noir Long de Caluire turnip is a rare French heirloom turnip with striking black-skinned, elongated roots. Originally from the Lyon region, this variety is hardy and quick growing and known for its dark blacks skin and firm, fine-textured white flesh. Navet Noir Long de Caluire has a rich, slightly spicy yet sweet flavor reminiscent of radish but smoother and less pungent. This black turnip root is long and slender and can reach 20 cm. It is a fantastic choice for gourmet cooking and historical gardening, offering both visual appeal and excellent taste. It is suitable for both spring and autumn sowing.
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 1 cm deep in well drained fertile soil in spring or late summer/early fall for spring or winter harvest. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Cool temperatures improve the quality and flavor of turnips. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart in rows 25–30 cm apart.
