Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow

Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow — variety description

Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa) is an annual vegetable of the Cabbage family (Brassicaceae). A high-yielding winter vegetable with large, well-formed roots, yellow flesh and excellent storage quality.

The variety is suitable for autumn-winter consumption and is valued for its dense structure and mild, sweet flavour.

It is suitable for garden production and long storage after harvest.

Turnip is a fast-growing, cold-hardy root vegetable with a mild, slightly spicy flavour – for salads, soups and stews.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 92%
• Seeds per packet: 743–1006 pcs (2.5 g)
• Seed origin: Italy
• Sowing: March – August; direct
• Harvest: May – November
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow

Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow seeds are sown in March – August. The crop is harvested in May – November. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 1–2 cm
• Spacing: 10–15 cm in the row, 30 cm between rows
• Germination: 4–7 days at 15–20 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Sow directly outdoors in a sunny position in fertile, well-drained soil with good moisture. Sow at a depth of about 1–2 cm, with a row spacing of 40–50 cm. After emergence, thin the plants to about 15–30 cm apart, depending on conditions and the desired size of the roots. Keep the soil free of weeds and evenly moist, without waterlogging. Harvest from early autumn to late autumn, though the roots can stay in the ground longer in milder climates.

Sow in early spring or late summer; thin the emerged plants and water evenly.

Harvest and use

Pick the roots young, at 5–8 cm — they are most tender then.

Frequently asked questions

When should Swede Wilhelmsburger Yellow be sown?

The recommended sowing months are March – August. Sowing method: direct.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 743–1006 seeds, pack size 2.5 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 92%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.