Heirloom pre-1920. Laurentian Rutabaga is large, mildly flavored, and stores well. Tops are pale purple with a nice yellow flesh. Each root weighs in at over a pound and the texture is fine. What could be more perfect in a New England boiled dinner??
100 seeds
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PLANTING
Brassica napus
Germination:?5-7 days
Germination Temperature:?Optimum soil temperatures 65-75oF.?
Seed Sowing Depth:?1/2" deep
Sowing Outdoors: Mid-spring, around the last frost date or 90 days before you will want to harvest the roots. Sow a few seeds every 6", thin to the strongest seedling.?
How much does a packet plant:?12-15 foot row
Harvest: ?After a few frosts, when they become their sweetest and before they get too big and woody. Cut tops off and store.
Tips:?Plant Laurentian Rutabaga in loose, rich soil. Amend with compost at planting time if needed. Consistent moisture is required for optimum results. Great storage vegetable, up to 6 months.
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Lucas Clark - 2024-03-03
The delivery was incredibly fast, and the product quality is amazing. Great value for the price, and the customer service is very responsive.