Rutabaga American Purple Top embodies the reliable performance and comforting culinary character that has made it a regional staple throughout New England and Canada for generations. This heirloom variety produces flattened-round bulbs with distinctive two-tone coloration—deep purple above the soil line transitioning to tan below—creating visually appealing roots suitable for farmers markets and premium retail presentation. The mildly sweet, dense flesh delivers authentic rutabaga flavor with subtle complexity that enhances fall and winter vegetable dishes, hearty soups, and traditional stews. The consistent bulb uniformity ensures predictable sizing and cooking performance, streamlining harvest and preparation while maintaining quality across the entire crop. American Purple Top demonstrates exceptional storage longevity, maintaining flavor and texture quality through extended winter storage in cool conditions—a significant advantage for gardeners prioritizing season-long availability. The straightforward cultivation requirements make this variety accessible to both experienced and novice gardeners, thriving in typical garden soil with minimal specialized care. Maturation occurs in approximately 90 days, allowing timely harvest before severe frost while accommodating most growing regions. With an 80% or higher germination rate, these Non-GMO heirloom seeds maintain genetic integrity while ensuring reliable establishment and vigorous plant development. Sustainable cultivation practices and environmentally responsible, recyclable packaging reflect ecological commitment. American Purple Top appeals to gardeners seeking authentic heirloom genetics with proven culinary merit and exceptional storage capability.

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David’s Garden Seeds is a Veteran owned business that has been offering quality rutabaga seeds since 2009.

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We cannot possibly put all the directions you need for growing rutabaga in your area on the seed package. We recommend that you read articles or check with other gardeners in your area.

This is an heirloom seed, meaning it has been passed down from generation to generation for at least 75 years. As a rule, heirloom seeds taste better and will grow the same year after year.

These are also open pollinated meaning they will reproduce themselves. While all heirlooms are open pollinated not all open pollinated seeds are heirlooms.

Freshly Packed: These rutabaga seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.