Rutabaga Seeds – Purple

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Product description

Rutabaga, also known as a root vegetable in the turnip family, is valued for its firm texture and sweet, earthy flavor. The purple variety features attractive purple tops with creamy yellow flesh, making it a favorite for roasting, mashing, or soups. This cool-season crop is easy to grow and stores well after harvest, making it an excellent addition to your garden.


Features and Specifications:

  • Plant Type: Root vegetable

  • Variety Name: Purple Rutabaga

  • Root Appearance: Purple skin with creamy yellow interior

  • Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, earthy taste

  • Days to Maturity: About 90–100 days from sowing

  • Growing Season: Cool season crop, best grown in spring or fall

  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

  • Sowing Months:

    • Zones 3–5: May–June, August

    • Zones 6–7: March–April, August–September

    • Zones 8–9: February–March, September–October

  • Light Requirements: Full sun

  • Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture

  • Watering: Regular, even watering to avoid woody roots

  • Uses: Roasting, mashing, soups, and storage for winter use