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Turnip Cover Crop

Brassica rapa subsp. rapa, Brassicaceae

Zones
2a–10b
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Dynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Acorn SquashCucurbita pepo Acorn
Pest DeterrentTrap Crop
QuinoaChenopodium quinoa
Nutrient Accumulation
PomeloCitrus maxima
Trap CropBeneficial Insect Habitat

Uses

Functions

FoodSoil Building

Edible Parts

RootsLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Turnip Cover Crop grow in?

Turnip Cover Crop grows in USDA hardiness zones 2a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Turnip Cover Crop?

Good companions for Turnip Cover Crop include Acorn Squash, Quinoa, Pomelo.

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