White Egg Heirloom Turnip Seeds

White Egg Heirloom Turnip Seeds grow an easy, classic heirloom turnip with smooth, round, sweet roots that reach maturity in about 45 to 60 days. One of the sweetest heirloom varieties when grown in cool weather, it produces tender white roots and edible greens.

At a glance

• Variety: White Egg heirloom turnip
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO root vegetable
• Roots: Smooth, round, white, sweet
• Days to maturity: About 45 to 60 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/8 to 1/4 inch
• Spacing: Thin to 3 inches apart
• Seasons: Spring or fall, cool weather

Best for

• Roasting and mashing
• Soups and stews
• Turnip greens
• Cool-season spring and fall gardens
• Storage roots

How to grow

Sow 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep in full sun, in single rows or a solid-seeded wide-row block, in spring or fall. Thin aggressively to 3 inches apart while plants are young so the roots can size up, and keep the bed weed-free with adequate moisture.

Flavor profile

Sweet and mild, especially in cool weather, with crisp white flesh and tender, peppery greens.

About Papaws Garden Supply

Papaws Garden Supply is a family-minded seed and garden company helping the next generation to grow with nature, offering heirloom and certified seed stock for home growers.