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Turnips
Petrowski Early Round Yellow - Turnip
Ref : P5415
- Brassica rapa
Bag of 500 seeds
This old, very early variety originated in Berlin. According to Goethe, it is the finest turnip variety, with a fabulous taste. Its firm, tender white flesh has a sweet taste.
This very early variety can be grown from spring to autumn.
Characteristics of the Petrowski Early Round Yellow turnip
The Petrowski turnip, Brassica rapa, is a hardy variety from Berlin, with a round, slightly flattened yellow root, 8 cm in diameter. When harvested young, this turnip contains fine white flesh with a sweet, aromatic flavor. It can be eaten raw or cooked to accompany meats, soups and vegetables.
Successful Petrowski turnip sowing
Sow outdoors from March to September, for harvesting from May to November.
Sow directly in the vegetable garden, after the last frosts, in rows 25-30 cm apart. Cover the seeds lightly, press them down and keep them moist until they emerge. Seeds generally germinate in 5 days, at temperatures between 15 and 20°C. Thin to 10 cm when plants have 5 to 6 leaves.
Turnips like sunny spots and cool, rich soil. Like all root vegetables, it fears drought, which makes its roots fibrous. Regular watering is therefore recommended.
Turnip companion plants in the vegetable garden
Certain plants, such as fennel, repel turnip pests. Lettuce, tomatoes, peas, carrots and mint are also recommended. However, as with most Brassicaceae, it's best to keep turnips away from garlic.
Harvesting and storing Petrowski turnips
This very early variety is harvested from May to November, around 1 to 2 months after sowing.
Petrowski turnips can be grown in spring, summer and autumn. It can be harvested for direct consumption or for storage, as required.
For winter storage, harvest turnips before the first frost, from September to November. After drying for a few days, removing the tops and wiping dry, the selected roots are buried in a sheltered place, such as a cellar or silo, in sand or sawdust. They will then keep for 2 to 4 months.
Turnips can also be left in the ground in the vegetable garden, protected from frost with a good mulch.
Like white cabbage, turnips can also be preserved finely sliced and pickled in jars to make "turnip sauerkraut".
The benefits of Petrowski turnips
Turnips, which are rich in fiber and generally contain almost 90% water, help keep the intestines moving smoothly. It is widely known for its emollient and soothing properties. It is also sometimes used to treat chest illnesses. Rich in vitamins (including vitamin C and vitamin B) and trace elements (notably iron, zinc and copper), turnips can be included in the diets of convalescents, the weak and anemic, and athletes.
In the kitchen, Petrowski turnips can be eaten raw, grated into salads, or cooked in the oven, frying pan, saucepan or pressure cooker. It goes perfectly with meats, soups, mushrooms and fruiting vegetables.
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Sow lightly, directly in place, after the last frosts, in rows 25-30 cm apart. Cover seeds lightly, press down and keep soil cool. Thin to 10 cm when plants have 5 to 6 leaves.
Turnips do not appreciate dryness, which makes their roots fibrous. Regular watering is therefore recommended. Roots kept for the winter should be harvested before the first frost and stored in a cellar. They can also be left in the garden, protected from frost, but beware of pests.
Brassica rapa
500 seeds
From 60 to 100 cm
8 cm
Germany
