Description

Swede – Invitation

This is a winter hardy, purple top variety which shows good resistance to club root and powdery mildew. It is a reliable variety with mild flavour and good storage qualities.

Description

A winter hardy, purple top variety which shows good resistance to club root and powdery mildew. A reliable variety with mild flavour, stores well. For outdoor sowing
When May to July.
Where In a prepared seed bed.
How Sow thinly in rows 45cm apart. Cover lightly with 1.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Seedlings appear 14-21 days. An early and late sowing will give a longer harvest.
Care When large enough thin to 25cm apart. Keep moist and weed free.
Harvest October to March. Leave in ground until required, or lift and store in a cool, frost free place and cover with straw or dry sand. Do not delay thinning or the plants will suffer