Cima di Rapa - (May) Turnip
ko59 (Brassica rapa var. cymosa)
Speciality originally from Italy, young aromatic leaves, stems and buds can all be consumed. Taste-wise Cima di Rapa is reminiscent of broccoli. Comparatively undemanding in cultivation.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Type | stem cabbage |
|---|---|
| Temperature requirements | low |
| Brassica rapa var. cymosa | |
| Nutrient requirements | medium |
| Seed spacing in the row | 25-30 cm |
| Seed spacing between the row | 40-50 cm |
| Sowing depth | 1 cm |