Brassica rapa ssp. rapa – Turnip Tokyo Top F1

Brassica rapa ssp. rapa Tokyo Top F1 is a high-quality turnip variety with beautiful white tubers and a tender, smooth texture. This organic or conventional turnip is ideal for both commercial cultivation and home gardens and is known for its high yield and reliability. Tokyo Top F1 is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a fast, tender turnip with an elegant appearance.

Features of Turnip Tokyo Top F1

• Fruit shape: Round, smooth and pure white.

• Size: Ideally harvested at 5–9 cm across.

• Taste and texture: Tender, slightly sweet and soft in texture.

• Uses: Tubers can be boiled, steamed, or roasted; leaves are edible and prepare like spinach.

• Resistance: Highly resistant to bolting, ideal for longer cultivation periods.

• Cultivation period: Spring to late summer, harvest after approximately 40 days.

The Tokyo Top F1 turnip is prized in both France and England for its uniform appearance, tender texture and excellent keeping qualities.

Cultivation and care

Sowing:

• Sow directly in open ground from April to September.

• Planting distance: Rows 25–30 cm apart, thin out in the row to approximately 10–15 cm.

• Harvest time: Approximately 40 days after sowing, depending on sowing method and desired size.

Location:

• Choose a sunny, well-drained soil with sufficient nutrients.

• Tokyo Top F1 grows well in light to medium soils and can be grown in both home and professional vegetable gardens.

Growth and development:

• This variety has a fast development and is suitable for multiple cultivation cycles within one season.

• Thanks to their resistance to bolting, turnips can remain in the ground longer without losing quality.

• The leaves are edible and can be used like spinach, making the plant doubly functional.

Culinary applications

Turnip Tokyo Top F1 is versatile and can be prepared in different ways:

• Raw: In salads or as a healthy snack, thanks to its soft, mild flavour.

• Boiling or steaming: Retains the soft texture and mild flavor.

• Roasting or baking: Gives a slightly sweet flavor and a delicate texture.

• Leaves: Use like spinach, stir-fry vegetables, or in soups and stews.

The tender, smooth tubers and edible leaves make Tokyo Top F1 ideal for modern and traditional cuisines.

Why choose Turnip Tokyo Top F1?

• Fast growing and reliable: Ready to harvest in approximately 40 days.

• Tender, smooth tubers: Ideal for fresh consumption and culinary applications.

• Bolting resistant: Ensures consistent yields, even during warm periods.

• Edible leaves: Double benefit when used in salads, stir-fries or soups.

• Continuous sowing: For harvest from spring to late summer.

• Visually attractive: Pure white tubers with a uniform, round shape.

Turnip Tokyo Top F1 is the perfect choice for gardeners who want fast, tender, and reliable turnip harvests with high-quality culinary qualities and visual appeal.