Turnip Falko F1

Falko Hybrid Turnip

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Falko F1 is a hybrid turnip cultivar prized for uniform, round roots with purple tops and white bottoms. It offers disease resistance, fast maturity (approx. 45 days), and excellent flavor suitable for cool-season cultivation.
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Plant Details

Common Name Falko Hybrid Turnip
Family Brassicaceae
Genus Brassica
Species Brassica Rapa
Variety Falko F1
Origin Europe (Hybrid)
Blooming Grown primarily for roots; flowers if left to bolt in warm conditions.
Leaf Color Deep green with purple top
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Loamy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter; pH 6.0-7.5.

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Watering

Consistent moisture is critical; water regularly to prevent dryness which causes woodiness or bolting.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required for optimal root development and sugar accumulation.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer at planting; side-dress with nitrogen early, reduce later to favor root growth.

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Pruning

Thin seedlings to 10-15cm apart; remove flower stalks immediately if root harvest is the goal.

Pest Control Cabbage Aphid Cabbage Root Fly Diamondback Moth Flea Beetle

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
15000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
50% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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