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Aprilatica Turnip Tops Seeds
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One of the latest turnip top varieties, with a medium-small, very compact broccoletto-type inflorescence. Especially widespread in Northern Italy.
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- Aprilatica Turnip Tops
- The Aprilatica Turnip Tops Plant
- How to Sow Aprilatica Turnip Tops
- How to Grow Aprilatica Turnip Tops
- Tips for Growing Aprilatica Turnip Tops
- Diseases and Pests of aprilatica turnip tops
- Properties of aprilatica turnip tops
- Nutritional Values of aprilatica turnip tops (per 100 g)
Aprilatica Turnip Tops
Aprilatica Turnip Tops, along with marzatica, is among the latest turnip top varieties, with a medium-small, very compact broccoletto-type inflorescence. It is especially widespread in Northern Italy, where it is sown for staggered harvests extending into late spring.
The Aprilatica Turnip Tops Plant
Its botanical name is Brassica rapa subsp. sylvestris var. esculenta, belonging to the Cruciferae family (Brassicaceae). Being a medium-late cycle selection, it can require up to 170-180 days from germination in colder conditions, compared to just 50-60 days for early varieties.
The seed is very small, with 500-700 seeds per gram and a germination capacity that lasts 5-6 years. This allows sowing either broadcast or in continuous rows.
How to Sow Aprilatica Turnip Tops
Sowing is done from August to October, in open ground, burying the seeds 1-2 centimeters deep. For the typical broadcast sowing, about 50 grams of seed are mixed with 100-150 grams of sand, to achieve an even distribution across the soil.
How to Grow Aprilatica Turnip Tops
Aprilatica turnip tops prefer well-worked, loose soil free from waterlogging, with base fertilization at the start of the cycle to support their high nutritional demands. Manual thinning should be done once seedlings reach 4-5 centimeters in height.
Harvest when the flower heads are still closed and compact, to best preserve the product's organoleptic qualities.
Tips for Growing Aprilatica Turnip Tops
Being among the longer-cycle varieties, it is important to carefully plan staggered sowings to spread the harvest over time, avoiding excess production concentrated in a single period. Newly emerged seedlings should be protected from flea beetle attacks, which can erode the first leaves and compromise development.
Diseases and Pests of aprilatica turnip tops
Like other Brassicaceae, it can be subject to attacks by cabbage white caterpillars and aphids, controllable with Bacillus thuringiensis treatments and natural garlic or nettle macerates. It is important to avoid waterlogging, which favours root rot and fungal diseases such as downy mildew.
Properties of aprilatica turnip tops
Aprilatica turnip tops are rich in folic acid, vitamin C and antioxidant properties, with a low calorie content that makes them ideal for a balanced diet. They are a prized ingredient in traditional Southern Italian cuisine.
Nutritional Values of aprilatica turnip tops (per 100 g)
- Calories: 22 kcal
- Protein: 3.2 g
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
- Fiber: 3.1 g
- Vitamin C: 62 mg
- Folic acid: 110 mcg