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⚪ Growing Turnip in Zone 11a
Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Turnip can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.
Planting Calendar
Jan 7Dec 22
Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 13x)
Zone11a
Last FrostJan 28
First FrostDec 22
Season Length328 days
Days to Harvest45
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing9/sqft (4" apart)
When to Plant Turnip in Zone 11a
Sow Seeds Outdoors: Jan 7
Direct sow Turnip seeds outdoors around Jan 7. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).
Harvest: Feb 21
First harvest approximately Feb 21 (~45 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).
Fall Planting: Oct 27
For a fall harvest, plant Turnip around Oct 27 (8 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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