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TURNIP Hidabeni Red - Brassica rapa
Stock: Available
SKU Code: V 101
Family: Brassicaceae
Characteristics: Annual root vegetable
Seed per packet: Approx 150
Seed per gram: Approx. 360
Hidabeni is a hybrid version of the typical Japanese red turnip. Hardy and easy to grow. A very attractive deep red skin globe shape root vegetable. The red-veined leaves are nutritious, and high in carotene and calcium, they can be steamed and stir-fried or pickled.
Fast-growing plants and roots can be harvested 50 days after sowing. This improved variety adapts well to different climates.
Grow notes:
Adaptable to most good garden soils prefers an open sunny position.
Tropical: Spring to Autumn.
Temperate: Spring to Autumn.
Cold: Spring to Autumn.
Sow: 3mm deep.
For best results sow direct where they are to grow
Germination: 10-14 days.
Plant space: 20-30cm
Row space: 20-30cm
Maturity: 8-12 weeks
Feed with a soluble fertiliser every two weeks for stronger plants.
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