Swede

Brassica napus subsp. rapifera

vegetable

Bees

Bumblebees Attracts butterflies

Butterflies

About

Called rutabaga in North America. Sweeter than turnip. Sow in early summer for autumn/winter harvest. Cold improves flavour. Leave in ground until needed.

Pests & beneficial insects

🐛 Prone to: Flea beetles, Aphids, Caterpillars.

Attract Ground beetles, Parasitic wasps, Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds to keep them in check — plant African Marigold, Angelica and Anise nearby.

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Medium
Spacing

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Soil notes

Deep, well-draining, slightly alkaline

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