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Tokyo Cross · Turnip

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Tokyo Cross to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 13th
Harvest BeginsJul 2nd
Harvest EndsSep 27th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For Tokyo Cross turnips, sow directly for best root formation—keep soil evenly moist and thin to the recommended spacing as soon as seedlings establish.