A little seed. A new beginning.
Seeds In A Cup®A LITTLE SEED. A NEW BEGINNING.
Seed Germination Kit

Turnip Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEBrassica rapa subsp. rapa

USD 10.99

Currently unavailable

Turnips grow quickly into crisp, slightly sweet roots, with greens that cook up like hearty collards.

GERMINATION5-10 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)

Have a question about this kit?

Ask our team →
Explore the growing guide

Get to know your plant

A little knowledge.
A better beginning.

The growing details, all in one place.

Germination01

5-10 days

Light02

Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)

Temperature03

55-75F

Hardiness04

USDA Zones 3-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)

THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

Turnip care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Common names
Turnip, Swede (cousin)
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Brassica
Species
B. rapa
01

Start growing

Likes cool weather. Direct sow; does not transplant well.

02

Growing with your kit

Use the Seeds In A Cup® kit to test soil moisture and light before direct-sowing outdoors.

03

Propagation

By seed.

04

Seasonal growth & harvest

Fast return: 45-60 days.

05

Growing conditions

Cool temperate climates; loose, stone-free soil.

06

Weather & tolerances

Highly frost hardy.

07

Pests & plant health

Root maggots.

08

Plant safety

Safe for humans and livestock.

09

Botanical features

Biennial grown for edible taproot and greens.

10

Varieties

‘Purple Top White Globe’, ‘Tokyo Cross’.

11

Garden & everyday uses

Roasted roots, spicy leaves. high Vitamin C

12

Native range & distribution

Cultivated in Hellenistic and Roman worlds; global staple.

13

Conservation

Secure.

14

Name origins

Latin ‘napus’ (turnip) and ‘turned’ referring to its round shape.

15

History

Critical forage crop in 18th-century European agricultural revolutions.

A closer look

The details
behind your kit.

Full product description
Turnips grow quickly into crisp, slightly sweet roots, with greens that cook up like hearty collards. How to grow Turnip from seed Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Turnip sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Turnip at a glance Botanical name: Brassica rapa subsp. rapa Germination: 5-10 days at 55-75F USDA zones: USDA Zones 3-9 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor) Mature size: 12-18 inches Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-7+ Seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Turnip Seed Starter Grow Kit? How do I grow Turnip from seed? Moisten the included soil, sow your Turnip seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit. How long do Turnip seeds take to germinate? Turnip seeds typically sprout in 5-10 days at 55-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Does this kit use real potting soil? What if my seeds don't sprout?
Catalog variants
  • SIAC-001-144FF — USD 10.99 · Out of stock
Shipping & returns

Explore our shipping information and returns information, or contact us with questions.

Good questions grow here

A little more clarity.

How do I grow Turnip from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Turnip seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Turnip seeds take to germinate?

Turnip seeds typically sprout in 5-10 days at 55-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

INFORMATION SOURCE

Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.

Our information standards ↗

Keep your curiosity growing

There’s more to discover.

Explore all grow kits