Rutabaga Seeds – Brown Purple

Grow reliable, hardy, and flavorful root crops with Brown Purple Rutabaga Seeds. Known for their distinctive skin coloration and smooth, fine-textured flesh, these rutabagas are well-suited for home gardens in cooler climates. They produce uniform, round roots with excellent storage qualities, making them a great choice for long-season use. These seeds are easy to grow, adaptable to different soil types, and ideal for gardeners looking for a dependable cool-season crop.

Features

• Produces round, smooth roots with brown and purple skin

• Cool-season crop with strong tolerance to frost

• Reliable germination and vigorous early growth

• Excellent storage variety with long shelf life

• Suitable for raised beds, in-ground gardens, or containers

Specifications

• Common Name: Rutabaga

• Scientific Name: Brassica napus

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated

• Root Color: Brown and purple exterior with creamy interior

• Planting Season: Cool season

  • Spring Planting: February–April (Zones 7–10)

  • Fall Planting: August–October (Zones 3–9)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10

• Days to Maturity: 80–100 days

• Soil Requirements: Loose, well-drained, fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Germination Temperature: 10–25°C (50–77°F)

• Spacing: 6 inches between plants; 12–18 inches between rows

• Watering: Consistent moisture for uniform roots