Brassica rapa ssp. rapa (Turnip) White Flatround BIO

Description

Brassica rapa ssp. rapa – Turnip White Flatround BIO

Brassica rapa ssp. rapa White Flatround BIO, also known as Flat White May, is an organic, fast-growing turnip variety loved by both home gardeners and professional growers. With its flat, round, white tubers and delicate, slightly spicy flavor, this turnip offers both culinary and visual delight. This variety is suitable for spring and autumn harvest, making it a versatile choice for gardens and vegetable plots.

Features of Turnip White Flatround BIO

• Fruit shape: Flat-round tubers with a diameter of approximately 6–7 cm.

• Colour: Pure white, sometimes with light green shoulders depending on growing conditions.

• Taste and texture: Fine, tender white flesh with a slightly spicy, refined flavour.

• Uses: Tubers can be eaten raw in salads as well as cooked or stewed.

• Growing period: Spring and autumn, harvest about 6–7 weeks after sowing.

White Flatround BIO combines excellent flavour with ease of cultivation, making it an ideal choice for modern vegetable gardens and organic cultivation.

Cultivation and care

Sowing:

• Sow directly in rows from April/May or July/August.

• Spacing: Rows 30–35 cm apart, within the row 10–15 cm.

• Harvest time: From early June or in autumn, approximately 6–7 weeks after sowing.

Location:

• Choose a sunny, well-drained soil for optimal growth.

• Suitable for light to medium soils and can be grown in both home gardens and professional cultivation.

Growth and development:

• Fast growing and reliable, ideal for multiple crop cycles within one season.

• The turnips retain their firm structure and flavour, even when harvested early.

• Thanks to their compact, flat-round shape, the turnips are uniform and visually attractive for sale or consumption.

Culinary applications

Turnip White Flatround BIO is versatile and suitable for various preparations:

• Raw: Cut into thin slices for salads or as a crunchy snack.

• Boiling or steaming: Retains the soft, light texture and subtle flavour.

• Roasting or baking: Gives a slightly sweet flavor and a delicate texture.

• Fall and spring harvest: Due to their rapid growth, turnips can be harvested at different times during the season.

The slight spiciness of the flesh gives dishes a refined flavour, making this turnip ideal for both traditional and modern cuisines.

Why choose White Flatround BIO?

• Organic farming: Completely organic, without chemical fertilizers or pesticides.

• Fast development: Ready for harvest in just 6–7 weeks.

• Tasty and tender: Slightly spicy, fine flesh, suitable for raw and cooked use.

• Uniform, compact tubers: Flat-round shape for easy harvesting and presentation.

• Spring and autumn: Flexible sowing for multiple harvests per year.

• Versatile use: Tubers and leaves suitable for various culinary applications.

Turnip White Flatround BIO is ideal for gardeners who want to grow fast-growing, reliable, organic turnips with excellent taste and presentation.