SWEDE – TWEED F1

Description

SWEDE – TWEED F1

SWEDE – TWEED F1 . A British-bred F1 hybrid swede, early maturing and vigorous variety, growing particularly well in less fertile soils. The globe-shaped roots have attractive purple shoulders, an excellent cream coloured flesh of a fine texture and flavour. Excellent disease resistance including club root. Height 30cm.

Cultivation Advice SWEDE – TWEED F1

Best sown directly to the growing bed outside from Mid May to Jul.
Sow thinly ½ inch deep in drills 12 inches apart in soil that has been raked to a fine tilth.
When the seedlings are large enough to handle, thin out to 6 inches apart, taking care not to disturb damage the remaining plants. Seedlings do not transplant well.
Keep the plants well watered especially whilst seedlings and weed free.
Protection (netting) may be required if pigeons are a problem in your area.