Purple Top White Globe Turnip

Classic turnip with white roots topped by a splash of purple—sweet and crisp.

A classic heirloom with creamy white roots topped by a splash of purple. Purple Top turnips are crisp and mildly sweet when young, maturing into hearty roots that hold up beautifully in soups and stews. The leafy greens are just as valuable—tender, nutritious, and flavorful.

• Days to Maturity: 50–55
• Root Size: 3–4 in.
• Type: Globe turnip
• Highlights: Edible greens, sweetens after frost, fast-growing
• Best For: roasting, mashing, soups, and enjoying the greens sautéed or in traditional Southern dishes.

Smooth white roots blushed with purple where they meet the sun. Sweet and tender when small, with leafy tops that are just as tasty as the roots.