[SummaryStart ]  A dark purple-skinned swede, with yellow flesh of good flavour. Early cropping August/October.

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WHEN TO SOW
May or June
WHERE TO SOW
Sow outdoors in shallow drills 2 cm deep with 45 cm between rows.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Gradually thin the seedlings as they grow to final spacings of 30 cm. Do not transplant.
MATURITY
October onwards
HANDY TIP
Very hardy, so they can be left in the ground and dug when required. Water regularly to avoid woody roots.