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Turnip Seeds, Aji Kogane
Description
(Brassica rapa). A Japanese salad turnip with gorgeous, golden skin and oh-so-sweet flesh. It is excellent for raw or cooked preparations and exceptionally easy to grow. If you love the Hakurei turnip, you will love this tender, gilded little morsel. This thin-skinned salad type is scrumptious raw or can be roasted, steamed, and added to soups.
- 40-50 days to maturity
- Full sun
- Sprouts in 4-7 days
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Plant Spacing: 5"
- Ideal Temperature: 45-85 F
- Frost Hardy: Yes
Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs
Growing Tips
The Aji Kogane turnip thrives in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. It prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods, to ensure tender roots and prevent them from becoming woody. Regular weeding and mulching can help maintain soil moisture and prevent competition from weeds. Companion planting with radishes can help deter pests​.
When to Grow
Aji Kogane is a cool-season crop, best planted in early spring or late summer. It grows well in USDA zones 3-9. For spring planting, sow seeds as soon as the soil can be worked, about 2-3 weeks before the last frost. For a fall harvest, sow seeds 6-8 weeks before the first expected frost.
How to Sow and Plant
Sow seeds directly in the garden, about 1/4 inch deep, and 1-2 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 5 inches apart to allow ample space for root development. Rows should be spaced 12-18 inches apart. This spacing helps to ensure that the roots can develop properly without overcrowding.
How to Grow
Fertilize with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer at planting and again midway through the growing season. Ensure the plants receive at least 1 inch of water per week. Mulching helps to retain moisture and keep the soil cool. Harvest turnips when they reach 2-3 inches in diameter for the best flavor and texture.
How to Save
To save seeds, allow the plants to flower and set seed. Once the seed pods have dried, harvest and store the seeds in a cool, dry place. Ensure that no other Brassica species are flowering nearby to prevent cross-pollination.
FAQ
When should I plant Aji Kogane turnips for a fall harvest?
Plant in late summer, about 6-8 weeks before the first expected frost.
How can I keep Aji Kogane turnips from becoming woody?
Keep the soil consistently moist and harvest the roots when they are 2-3 inches in diameter to maintain tenderness.
What spacing should I use when planting Aji Kogane turnips?
Space the seeds 1-2 inches apart, thinning to 5 inches after they sprout, with rows 12-18 inches apart to ensure proper root development.