Bring tradition to your garden with Cairns Family Heirloom Rutabaga seeds, a time-honored variety prized for its flavorful, sweet, and tender roots. These seeds grow into hardy, easy-to-cultivate rutabaga plants, ideal for home gardeners who appreciate heirloom crops and nutrient-rich vegetables.

Features:

• Variety: Cairns Family Heirloom Rutabaga
• Root characteristics: Large, round, sweet, and tender
• Growth habit: Upright leafy tops with robust root development
• Light requirements: Full sun for optimal growth
• Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
• Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, and container planting

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, heirloom seeds
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer (for fall harvest)
• Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
• Planting Depth: 0.5–1 inch (12–25 mm)
• Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between plants; 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between rows
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 90–120 days from sowing
• Temperature: Thrives in cool-season climates, 50–75°F (10–24°C)
• Watering: Moderate, maintain consistently moist soil
• Indoor/Outdoor: Direct sow outdoors; can start indoors for early transplants

Planting Guide:

• Sow seeds directly in the garden or in containers 0.5–1 inch deep.
• Space seeds according to specifications to allow robust root development.
• Keep soil consistently moist until germination occurs.
• Thin seedlings to proper spacing to prevent overcrowding.
• Harvest rutabagas when roots reach desired size, typically before frost for optimal flavor.