Turnip - Golden Ball - Fine flavour and distinctive quality - Fresh Seeds

Turnip Golden Ball is a valued early variety with an appetising look and a notably mild flavour. It produces perfectly round roots with a rich golden skin and pale yellow, creamy flesh with a gentle sweetness. The fresh, crisp taste works well in salads and slaws, and it is equally good cooked, baked, or stewed. This is a vegetable that can bring a simple, natural touch to home cooking, with flavour straight from your own harvest.

Golden Ball grows well in both spring and autumn crops. Its short growing period means you can enjoy a generous harvest in a relatively short time. It is very productive and shows good resistance to cracking and becoming woody. Easy to grow and distinctive in taste, it is a practical choice for anyone who values wholesome, home grown food.

Sowing depth

Sow turnip Golden Ball seeds at a depth of about 1 cm. This supports even germination and a strong start, while helping maintain steady moisture for quick emergence.

Sowing time outdoors

The best sowing period is from April to August. Choose a sunny, warm spot with fertile soil and the plants will develop strong growth and well formed roots. Earlier sowings give a crop in early summer, while later sowings produce juicy roots suitable for storage.

Spacing

Use a spacing of 30 x 10 cm. This gives each plant enough room to form a firm, round root and also makes watering, weeding, and harvesting easier.

Harvest time

Harvest runs from June to November, depending on when you sow. Mature roots develop a strong golden colour and keep their springy skin and juicy flesh. For the best taste and texture, lift them regularly once they reach about 8 to 10 cm in diameter.

Growing

Golden Ball can be grown directly from seed outdoors. It performs best in well prepared, free draining soil that stays moderately moist. Keeping the surface evenly moist helps prevent the roots from becoming tough, so regular watering and weeding are key to a successful crop.

Turnip Golden Ball is versatile in the kitchen and can be served raw, boiled, stewed, or baked. It pairs well with butter, honey, herbs, and meat dishes. It also offers good nutritional value, including fibre, vitamin C, and antioxidants that support everyday wellbeing.

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Pack contents

The pack contains 10 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and the sow-by date.