The American Purple Top Rutabaga, a versatile and nutritious root vegetable, is prized for its sweet, golden-orange flesh and robust flavor. Enjoy the culinary versatility of American Purple Top Rutabagas, whether roasted, mashed, or added to stews. Rich in vitamins and minerals, these rutabagas contribute a distinctive sweetness to your homegrown produce. Revel in the satisfaction of cultivating these nutrient-rich root vegetables and incorporating them into your favorite recipes.

• Select a sunny location with well-drained, loamy soil. Sow American Purple Top Rutabaga seeds directly in the garden in early spring or late summer, placing them about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep and spacing them 4-6 inches apart in rows.
• Keep the soil consistently moist during germination and throughout the growing season. Mulch around the rutabagas to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.
• Rutabagas thrive in cool weather, and the American Purple Top variety typically matures in 90-100 days. Harvest the roots when they reach a desirable size, usually 3-5 inches in diameter. The purple crown should protrude slightly above the soil.