{"product_id":"kabu-tokyo-cross-turnip-seeds","title":"Kabu 'Tokyo Cross' Turnip Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own authentic Kabu ‘Tokyo Cross’ turnips, a traditional Japanese variety producing smooth, miniature white roots with crisp, firm flesh and a sweet, slightly nutty flavour with subtle hints of radish. Both the roots and leafy greens are edible, making this an exceptionally versatile crop for the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick to mature and easy to grow, Kabu ‘Tokyo Cross’ performs well in UK gardens, producing tender golf ball-sized turnips that are delicious eaten raw, roasted, pickled or added to soups and stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Grow Kabu ‘Tokyo Cross’?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese miniature white turnips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, slightly nutty flavour with hints of radish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp, tender flesh perfect for fresh or cooked dishes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutritious edible leaves rich in vitamins A, C, B9 and K\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and ideal for succession sowing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetable beds, raised beds and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike larger turnip varieties, Japanese Kabu are prized for their delicate texture and mild flavour. Harvest the roots young for the sweetest taste, while the nutrient-rich greens can be enjoyed steamed, stir-fried or added to salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Kabu ‘Tokyo Cross’ Turnips in the UK\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow outdoors once soil temperatures are above 5°C. Sow every two weeks for continuous harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose a moist location in full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds approximately 1cm deep\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist during germination\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin seedlings to 15cm apart\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy the thinnings as baby salad leaves\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow successionally throughout the season for continuous crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly to encourage tender roots and prevent woody growth. Keep plants well watered during dry weather for the best flavour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest roots when they reach approximately golf ball size, usually within 6–12 weeks of sowing. Leaves can be harvested earlier and picked regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 100 seeds per pack.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52739361112345,"sku":"WSB.SEED.08","price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/seeds-kabu-small-japanese-turnip.webp?v=1782487962","url":"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/kabu-tokyo-cross-turnip-seeds","provider":"The Wasabi Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}