Brassicacées • Brassica rapa subsp. rapa

Petrowski Turnip - Organic

A golden root that concentrates the sweetness of cool climates and the finesse of vegetable gardens of yesteryear.

$4.49

Number of seeds 400 seeds

The Petrowski turnip is an old variety highly prized by gourmets for the exceptional tenderness and sweetness of its flesh. It is recognizable by its round root with golden-yellow skin, enclosing a fine, creamy-white to very pale yellow flesh , accompanied by a delicately fragrant aftertaste that clearly distinguishes it from other turnips.

Originating in Northern Europe and associated with Berlin, this very hardy variety has proven particularly well-suited to cooler climates. Around 1915, it was being cultivated as far away as Alaska by Russian immigrants, a testament to its robustness and early maturity. It is generally harvested between 1.5 and 2 months after sowing and expresses its best flavor when picked young.

In the garden, Petrowski grows quickly in loose, cool, and well-drained soil. Its steady and reliable growth makes it an excellent choice for northern vegetable gardens and short growing seasons.

In the local world, this turnip is seen as a plant of refined simplicity. It serves as a reminder that certain old varieties, carefully selected and harvested, offer a richness of flavor that far surpasses their apparent modesty.

• Sowing: Easy germination

• Cultivation: Easy plant to grow

• Growing season: Cool to temperate season

• Growth: Rapid growth

Note: Harvest when the root reaches a medium size to preserve the delicate texture of the flesh. Overly large roots lose their tenderness.

The Petrowski turnip can be eaten both raw and cooked. Raw, it offers a crisp texture and a mild flavor, ideal in salads or julienned. Cooked, it reveals a meltingly tender flesh, perfect for purées, soups, stews, and casseroles.

Of all the turnips, it is oftenconsidered one of the finest in terms of tasteIts reputation among gourmets rests on its natural sweetness and subtle aroma, which requires little seasoning.