Classic Italian variety. Creamy-white flat roots with bright purple shoulders. The flesh is pure white, crisp, sweet and tasty.
They can be eaten fresh or cooked, roasted, boiled or mashed.
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Botanical name | Brassica rapa var. rapa |
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Average germination (%) | 85 |
Germination (in days) | 5-10 |
Hardiness | Hardy (tolerates temperatures down to -5ºC), No drought resistant |
Life cycle | Annual |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers |
Planting distance | 10 x 20 cm |
Seeds per gram | 500 |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh to moist |
Soil - Ph | Neutral to acid |
Soil - Type | Loam, Potting mix |
Sunlight - Exposure | No preference |
Watering | Frequent, Regular |
Sow outside in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Prefers vegetal soils from neutral to acidic.
Summer break!
From August 7th to September 3rd we will stop the expeditions but you can still place your orders on the website and reserve the available plants.
We will resume shipments from September 3rd 2025.
See you soon!
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