Turnip (Brassica napus subsp. rapifera.)
| Facts |
| The taste |
Peppery, mild |
| Germination |
2 - 3 days |
| Growth until harvest |
8 - 12 days |
| Nitrogen requirements |
low - weak eater |
| pH range |
6.0 - 6.5 |
| Ec - area |
1.8 - 2.4 |
| Size |
7cm |
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| Cultivation |
| Soaking the seeds |
not necessary |
| Soak the medium |
not necessary |
| Growth medium |
- Mixed potting soil (organic preferred)
- Coconut soil
- Peat-free potting soil
- Hemp mats |
| Light |
No direct sunlight, prefers indirect
light and shade |
| Germination temperature |
at least 21°C |
| Irrigation |
- Flood and drain twice a day
- spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening |
| Preferred system |
Ebb - flood systems |
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| Nutritional values per 100g |
| Calories |
40 kcal |
| Carbohydrates |
8g |
| Proteins |
1g |
| Iron |
0.4 mg |
| Vitamin C |
24.6 mg |
| Fibers |
3g |
| Sodium |
3 mg |
| Potassium |
305 mg |
| Fat |
0g |
| Calcium |
40 mg |
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Steps of cultivation
1. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface
2. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters
3. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a brick)
4. Germination occurs in 2 - 3 days
5. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system
6. The ripe microgreens can be harvested after 8 to 12 days
7. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures
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