Oranjeband® Rutabaga Champion Purple Top(Best Of All)

Rutabaga Champion Purple Top(Best Of All) (Brassica napus var. napobrassica)

Swede (Rutabaga)

Swede produces large, yellow-fleshed roots with sweet, earthy flavor. Often confused with turnips, swedes are actually a different species – larger, yellower, and sweeter, especially after frost.

In the Kitchen

Mashed: Traditional mashed swede – often with butter and pepper.

Roasted: Caramelizes beautifully when roasted.

Stews: Adds sweetness and body to winter stews.

Raw: Grated in salads for a peppery crunch.

Growing Tips

Sow in early summer for fall harvest. Needs a long, cool growing season. Flavor improves dramatically after frost. Store in cool conditions for months.

Growing Rutabaga Champion Purple Top(Best Of All)