Colbaga
Brassica rapa
Brassica rapa (Colbaga/Turnip) is a fast-growing cool-season vegetable and oilseed crop that performs best in fertile, moist, well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Regular watering during dry periods encourages vigorous leafy and root growth. It is best grown in spring or autumn to avoid bolting in summer heat.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly And Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 12″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 20, 2017 by Creu Lopez (cc-by-sa)
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