Mr Fothergill's, Mr Fothergill's Turnip Purple Top Milan Seeds
Mr Fothergill's flower and vegetable seeds are perfect for adding a splash of colour and natural beauty to your garden or outside space. Whether you're looking for an addition to your window box, some vegetation for your flower bed or a bit of colour for your windowsill, Mr Fothergill's range of seed will have something for you. Turnip Purple Top Milan (Brassica rapa rapifera) is easy to grow, mild tasting and has quick to mature roots. An excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants these work great roasted, mashed or in soups. You can harvest these plants from June to October. They thrive best in partial sunlight and like fertile and well-drained soil to grow to their full potential. Specifications Seed Type Vegetable seeds Sowing Dates May to July Height and Spread (Grown) Space between rows: 45cm Harvest Dates June to October Preferred soil type Fertile, well drained Uses Serve mashed, roasted, in casseroles, as crisps or in soups Sun/Shade preference Prefers partial shade Seed fill 1750 seeds approx Care instructions Harvest alternate roots from the row, allowing others to mature
