When should I plant Turnips in Zone 5a?

Direct sow Turnips outdoors around Apr 7. Expect first harvest around May 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Yes. Turnips needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Turnips in this zone. Sidste frost: Apr 28. Første frost: Oct 8.

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dage) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone5a

Sidste frostApr 28

Første frostOct 8

Sæson163 dage

Høst45 dage

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Direct sow Turnips seeds outdoors around Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm afstand).

First harvest approximately May 22 (~45 dage from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

For a fall harvest, plant Turnips around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).

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