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⚪ Growing Turnip in Zone 13a

Zone 13a has a year-round growing season. Turnip can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 11Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 15x)

Zone13a
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest45
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing9/sqft (4" apart)

When to Plant Turnip in Zone 13a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 11

Direct sow Turnip seeds outdoors around Dec 11. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

Harvest: Jan 25

First harvest approximately Jan 25 (~45 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Nov 5

For a fall harvest, plant Turnip around Nov 5 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Peas✅ Vetch
❌ Knapweed❌ Mustard Greens

Plan Your Turnip Garden

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