Planting guide · zone 5b
When to plant turnips in zone 5b
In zone 5b, the average last spring frost is May 8 and the first fall frost is Oct 8. Here is turnips's whole year, counted from those dates.
Apr 10Direct sowSpring
Jul 30Direct sowFall
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Soil & site
Average, well-drained soil. Consistent moisture keeps roots mild and crisp.
Seedling care
Thin to 3–4 in for roots; leave closer if growing mostly for greens.
Growing notes
Greens are ready in about 30 days — take a few outer leaves without hurting the root.
Harvest
Pull at 2–3 in for the sweetest roots. Light frost improves flavor.
Same crop, other zones
Turnips in zone 5a →Turnips in zone 6a →Turnips in zone 6b →Turnips in zone 7a →