03-31-2026, 06:47 PM
Any experience or luck growing such sweet turnips here?
I haven’t watched the NHK turnip episode, yet, but I certainly plan to, thanks! Hopefully I’m not repeating anything in the program, but yes I have been growing small white turnips for many years. I use the variety Hakurei from Johnny’s Seeds. They are best when picked slightly larger than a big round radish. They are sweet, mild, tender without the bite or chewiness of regular turnips. They’re great in salads raw. Or on their own. Best seasons for growing are spring, fall, and winter (if not too much rain). I’ve grown them in summer, but extra care is required. You can cook the leaves as well.
I haven’t watched the NHK turnip episode, yet, but I certainly plan to, thanks! Hopefully I’m not repeating anything in the program, but yes I have been growing small white turnips for many years. I use the variety Hakurei from Johnny’s Seeds. They are best when picked slightly larger than a big round radish. They are sweet, mild, tender without the bite or chewiness of regular turnips. They’re great in salads raw. Or on their own. Best seasons for growing are spring, fall, and winter (if not too much rain). I’ve grown them in summer, but extra care is required. You can cook the leaves as well.