Turnip-tops Namenia

'Namenia' turnip-tops is a hardy variety that is perfect for growing dense rows of fine-tasting leaves. Perfect harvested young as baby greens! Turnip-tops are similar to turnip greens (the leaves of the turnip plant). They are very high in vitamins and can be cooked like spinach. Sow under cover from November to February or direct sow from March to May. Harvest from February to July.

Harvest: Harvest the leaves as and when required when the plants reach about 20 cm in height. Use a sharp knife to cut them off at ground level.

Storage: Turnip-tops will keep for several days in the refrigerator.

Good to know: Mulching with grass clippings or dead leaves will help keep the soil moist whilst limiting weed growth.

Even if the vegetable garden is first and foremost a place for growing great quality veg, it’s always a good idea to leave a bit of room for flowers. Growing flowers alongside your vegetable plants will make your general gardening experience more enjoyable and is a great way to attract pollinators and repel garden pests! Flowers such as gaillardia, marigolds, zinnias, cosmos or nasturtiums can be sown in and around the rows of vegetables. Herbs such as dill can be very useful also. Bear in mind that some companion plants self-seed easily and can be a bit invasive (borage, chives, lemon balm etc.)

NB. Organic seeds (in French "AB" for "Agriculture Biologique") are produced from plants that aren't treated with phytosanitary products (insecticides, weed killers). The seeds do not undergo post-harvest treatment. They carry the AB label and are approved by Ecocert, an independent structure.