Smooth White Roots
Produces attractive white turnip roots with tender, crisp flesh and a mild flavor.
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Suitable for home gardening use
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Shogoin Turnip Seeds
Shogoin Turnip, also known as Shogoin Kabu, is a traditional Japanese heirloom vegetable valued for its smooth, white roots and tender green leaves. This dual-purpose variety can be harvested for both its mild-flavored turnip greens and crisp, rounded roots. It grows well during cool seasons and is suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and home food gardens. Shogoin turnips are commonly used in salads, soups, stir-fries, pickling, and other fresh vegetable dishes.
Japanese Heirloom
White Turnip Roots
Edible Leafy Greens
Cool-Season Vegetable
Key Features
Edible Leafy Greens
Develops flavorful green leaves that can be harvested and enjoyed in various vegetable dishes.
Traditional Japanese Variety
An heirloom turnip associated with Japanese vegetable gardening and traditional cooking.
Multiple Culinary Uses
Suitable for fresh salads, soups, stir-fries, roasting, and pickling.
Product Highlights
Traditional Japanese heirloom variety
Smooth white rounded roots
Tender edible green leaves
Mild and slightly sweet flavor
Dual-purpose vegetable crop
Suitable for spring and fall planting
Ideal for home vegetable gardens
Useful for fresh and cooked dishes
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Brassica rapa var. rapa |
| Common Name | Shogoin Turnip; Shogoin Kabu; Japanese Turnip |
| Plant Family | Brassicaceae |
| Seed Type | Vegetable Seeds |
| Variety | Shogoin Japanese Heirloom |
| Plant Type | Cool-Season Biennial, Usually Grown as an Annual |
| Growth Habit | Upright leafy growth with rounded edible roots |
| Root Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally grown as a cool-season vegetable; suitable zones depend on climate |
| Planting Season | Early Spring and Late Summer to Fall |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sowing Outdoors |
| Sowing Depth | 1/4–1/2 inch |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–10 days |
| Germination Temperature | 60–75°F (16–24°C) |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Watering Needs | Regular watering; maintain consistent soil moisture |
| Days to Maturity | Approximately 40–60 days, depending on harvest stage |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 3–6 inches after thinning |
| Row Spacing | 12–18 inches |
| Harvesting | Harvest tender greens as needed and roots when suitably sized |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Soil
Choose a sunny garden location with loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Mix in well-decomposed compost before planting.
Choose a sunny garden location with loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Mix in well-decomposed compost before planting.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Directly sow Shogoin turnip seeds about 1/4–1/2 inch deep. Space seeds approximately 1–2 inches apart in rows.
Directly sow Shogoin turnip seeds about 1/4–1/2 inch deep. Space seeds approximately 1–2 inches apart in rows.
Step 3: Maintain Moisture
Water gently after sowing and keep the soil consistently moist. Seeds generally germinate within 5–10 days under suitable conditions.
Water gently after sowing and keep the soil consistently moist. Seeds generally germinate within 5–10 days under suitable conditions.
Step 4: Thin the Seedlings
Once seedlings develop, remove weaker plants and maintain approximately 3–6 inches between remaining plants to support healthy root development.
Once seedlings develop, remove weaker plants and maintain approximately 3–6 inches between remaining plants to support healthy root development.
Step 5: Harvest the Turnips
Harvest young leafy greens as needed. Collect the roots when they reach a suitable size and have a tender texture and mild flavor.
Harvest young leafy greens as needed. Collect the roots when they reach a suitable size and have a tender texture and mild flavor.
Grow Traditional Japanese Vegetables with Shogoin Turnip
Enjoy growing Shogoin Turnips in your home vegetable garden. This traditional Japanese variety offers both tender leafy greens and smooth white roots, making it a versatile addition to seasonal vegetable planting. With fertile soil, consistent watering, and suitable growing temperatures, you can enjoy a useful harvest for a variety of fresh and cooked dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about Shogoin Turnip seeds, Japanese turnip growing conditions, and harvesting.
What is special about Shogoin Japanese turnips?
Shogoin is a traditional Japanese heirloom variety grown for both its smooth white roots and tender edible greens. Its mild flavor makes it suitable for salads, soups, stir-fries, and traditional Japanese pickled dishes.
How long does it take to grow Shogoin turnips from seeds?
Shogoin turnip seeds generally germinate within 5–10 days under suitable conditions. Roots can typically be harvested in approximately 40–60 days, depending on growing conditions and the desired harvest size. Tender greens can be harvested earlier.
Can you eat Shogoin turnip leaves as well as the roots?
Yes, both the roots and leafy greens of Shogoin turnips are edible. The tender leaves can be used in sautés, soups, and stir-fries, while the mild white roots are suitable for salads, roasting, cooking, and pickling.