{"product_id":"turnip-shogoin-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Turnip Shogoin 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(132, 16, 142);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnip Shogoin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an heirloom Japanese turnip grown for both its broad, mild greens and white, fine-grained roots. The existing listing describes leafy tops reaching 18–20 inches and roots that are especially tender when harvested at about 3–4 inches across. Grow these 1,000 Non-GMO seeds for greens and roots to enjoy fresh, pickled, braised, or in soups and stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.growingadoomsdaygarden.com\/growing-a-doomsday-garden.html\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003eGrowing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 12\/25. WILL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose Shogoin Turnip?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots and greens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest broad, mild leaves as well as the crisp white roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pull young roots for tender fresh eating or use larger roots for cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Try roots and greens in salads, pickles, stir-fries, soups, or braises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow an open-pollinated variety; save seed from correctly isolated plants when they flower in a later season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-sow in prepared soil during your local spring or fall cool-season window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosen soil and remove stones for even root development; add compost to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin crowded seedlings so each root has room to form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially while roots develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide modest balanced fertility; excess nitrogen can favor leaves over roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Take greens sparingly if keeping the plants for roots. Harvest roots while tender, around 3–4 inches across according to the existing listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our commitment to responsible seed stewardship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice young harvested roots thinly for a crisp addition to salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut roots into even slices and chill in a prepared vinegar brine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-fried:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook sliced roots until tender-crisp and add chopped greens near the end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups and braises:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer diced roots until tender and stir in greens toward the finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: rgb(248, 9, 9); font-size: 1.5em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder Shogoin Turnip Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: rgb(248, 9, 9);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow crisp white roots and mild turnip greens for your kitchen garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVariety-specific nutritional values for harvested Shogoin roots and greens have not been verified. This refers to harvested produce, not planting seeds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root size, leaf growth, texture, and harvest timing vary with weather, spacing, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose sowing dates based on your local spring and fall growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecipe: Lemon-Garlic Roasted Shogoin Turnips and Greens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUse harvested Shogoin roots and greens, not the seeds in this packet. Serves 4. Prep: 15 minutes; cook: about 30 minutes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1½ pounds Shogoin turnip roots with a handful of tender greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil, divided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 garlic cloves, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon chopped parsley, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the oven to 425°F. Wash roots and greens thoroughly. Trim and chop the greens. Peel large roots if their skins are tough, then cut roots into even wedges; pat dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in one layer. Roast 25–30 minutes, turning once, until tender and browned at the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the last few minutes, heat the remaining oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic for 30 seconds, add the chopped greens, and sauté 2–4 minutes until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine roots and greens in a serving bowl. Toss with lemon juice and garnish with parsley if using. Serve warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and eat within 3–4 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50169103057153,"sku":"0102WILL bs","price":3.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/turnip-shogoin.png?v=1786221240","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/en-ca\/products\/turnip-shogoin-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}