Grow hearty, flavorful rutabagas with our Brown Purple Rutabaga Seeds, a unique variety with purple-tinted, brown-skinned roots and sweet, crisp flesh. This cool-season crop thrives in full sun with well-draining soil, producing strong plants with consistent, high-quality roots.
Brown Purple Rutabagas are perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and vegetable plots. The roots can be roasted, boiled, or mashed, while the greens are edible and nutritious. Non-GMO seeds ensure strong germination and vigorous plant growth, making them suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features
- Premium-quality Non-GMO Brown Purple Rutabaga seeds
- Produces large, flavorful roots with sweet, crisp flesh
- Thrives in cool-season gardens
- Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and vegetable plots
- Excellent germination for reliable growth
- Greens are edible and nutritious
- Ideal for beginner and experienced gardeners
Specifications
- Common Name: Rutabaga
- Seed Type: Brown Purple Rutabaga Seeds
- Plant Type: Cool-season biennial (grown as annual)
- Heirloom: Yes
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic: Not specified
- Growth Habit: Upright, root-forming plant
- Root Color: Brown skin with purple tinge
- Leaf Color: Green
- Sun Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Preference: Loose, fertile, well-draining soil
- Season: Spring and fall planting
- USDA Zones: Zones 3–9
- Days to Germination: 7–14 days
- Days to Harvest: 90–110 days
- Plant Height: 12–18 inches
- Spacing: 4–6 inches between plants; 18–24 inches between rows
- Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Cold Tolerance: Tolerates light frost
- Special Notes: Thinning seedlings improves root size; cool temperatures enhance flavor
Planting Guide
- When to Plant: Sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest.
- How to Plant: Plant seeds ½ inch deep in prepared soil or raised beds.
- Spacing: Thin seedlings to 4–6 inches apart for optimal root development.
- Soil Preparation: Use nutrient-rich, well-draining soil for strong roots.
- Sun Requirements: Full sun promotes healthy root and foliage growth; partial shade tolerated.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist for best root formation.
- Harvesting: Harvest roots when they reach 3–5 inches in diameter; greens can be harvested anytime.
- Storage: Store roots in a cool, dry place; refrigerate greens for short-term use.
