White Lady is a fast-maturing turnip that reaches harvest in just 30 to 40 days, making it one of the quickest crops you can grow from seed. This cold-hardy variety thrives in zones 3 through 10, so whether you're gardening in a chilly northern climate or a mild southern one, it performs reliably. Direct sow it in spring 2 to 4 weeks before your last frost, or succession plant every two weeks through early fall for a continuous harvest. The short season and frost tolerance make White Lady a low-stress addition to any vegetable garden.
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White Lady's greatest strength is speed and dependability. It roots quickly in cool soil (55 to 70°F triggers germination) and reaches maturity in less than six weeks, giving you tender greens and mild roots when you need them most. The variety handles frost well, so you can plant early in spring and again in late summer without worry. Its modest spacing needs (18 inches between rows and plants) mean you can fit several successions into a small bed and still have room to spare.
White Lady turnips are grown for both their roots and their edible greens. The roots can be harvested young for tender, mild eating, or left to mature into fuller-sized specimens. The leafy tops are excellent in sautés, soups, and raw salads, making this a two-part harvest from a single planting.
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Sow seeds directly outdoors 2 to 4 weeks before your average last spring frost date, when soil temperatures reach at least 50°F (ideally 65 to 80°F for faster germination). For a continuous harvest, sow again every 2 weeks, continuing up to 8 to 10 weeks before your first fall frost. In mild climates, sow in fall for a cool-season harvest.
White Lady turnips reach harvest size in 30 to 40 days. Pull them when the roots are 2 to 3 inches in diameter for the most tender, mild flavor. You can also harvest the greens at any point during growth; picking outer leaves encourages continued leaf production. Successive plantings ensure a steady supply throughout the season.
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