Hirosaki Red – Turnip Seed

Description

Product Description: The Marie Ballard Aster Hirosaki Red Turnip Seed is a premium hybrid variety that combines vibrant color with exceptional flavor. Known for its deep red skin and smooth, creamy-white flesh, this turnip variety offers a sweet and mild taste that is perfect for both raw and cooked dishes. The Hirosaki Red turnip has a slightly spicy kick when young, mellowing into a sweeter flavor as it matures, making it a versatile addition to salads, soups, roasts, and even pickled preparations.

This variety is easy to grow and highly productive, thriving in cooler weather and offering a reliable harvest in just a few months. Its disease-resistant nature ensures a healthier, more robust crop, while its compact size makes it ideal for small garden spaces or raised beds.

Features:

• Vibrant Red Skin: Bright red skin with smooth, crisp white flesh that adds color and freshness to your garden and dishes.
• Sweet and Mild Flavor: Mildly spicy when young, developing into a sweet and earthy flavor as it matures, perfect for both raw and cooked preparations.
• High Yield: Produces uniform, high-quality turnips that are easy to harvest and provide a bountiful crop.
• Disease Resistant: F1 hybrid with natural resistance to common soil-borne diseases, ensuring healthier plants and higher yields.
• Versatile Use: Great for fresh salads, roasting, soups, stews, and even pickling.
• Cold Hardy: Tolerates cooler temperatures, making it ideal for early spring or late fall plantings.

Specifications:

• Plant Height: 8-12 inches
• Root Size: 3-4 inches in diameter
• Root Color: Deep red skin with white, crisp flesh
• Germination Rate: 85-90%
• Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2 inch
• Row Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
• Harvest Time: 50-60 days for baby turnips, 70-80 days for full-sized turnips
• Climate: Prefers cool weather, best planted in spring or fall, and tolerates light frost
• Storage: Can be stored in a cool, dry place or refrigerated for up to several weeks; excellent for long-term storage when properly preserved
• Organic: Non-GMO, untreated F1 hybrid seeds

The Marie Ballard Aster Hirosaki Red Turnip Seed is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a high-yielding, flavorful, and disease-resistant variety. Add a splash of color and a sweet, earthy taste to your meals with this beautiful and easy-to-grow turnip variety.