Turnip Planting Guide — All Zones
Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
6 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.5 inch
Min Soil Temp
40°F
Germination
3–7 days
Days to Maturity
30–60 days
Frost Tolerance
Moderate frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.0
Difficulty
Easy
Planting Schedule by Zone
Select your USDA zone below for a detailed guide with tips specific to your region.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 2 | — | — | May 25 | Jun 29 | Aug 28 |
| Zone 3 | — | — | May 15 | Jun 19 | Aug 18 |
| Zone 4 | — | — | May 10 | Jun 14 | Aug 13 |
| Zone 5 | — | — | Apr 30 | Jun 4 | Aug 3 |
| Zone 6 | — | — | Apr 15 | May 20 | Jul 19 |
| Zone 7 | — | — | Apr 5 | May 10 | Jul 9 |
| Zone 8 | — | — | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | Jun 23 |
| Zone 9 | — | — | Feb 28 | Apr 4 | Jun 3 |
| Zone 10 | — | — | Feb 10 | Mar 17 | May 16 |
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📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.