
BURPEE’S TURNIPS 
‘Sow the Milan varieties in early spring in rows 12 to 15 in. apart, cover seed 
with ¥% in. of fine soil. Thin seedlings to stand 3 to 6 in. apart in the row. 
For succession, sow at two-week intervals until late May. For fall and 
“winter crop, sow any variety in July or August in rows or broadcast. A 
pkt. will plant. about 50 ft. of row; an oz. 250 ft.; 1% lbs. for one acre 
in rows; 2 to 4 Ibs. if sown broadcast. 
1163 Purple-Top White Globe© 
55 days. The roots grow to large size, measuring 6 in. 
across. They are nearly round and show a bright purplish 
red color on the upper part of the root, which extends above 
the surface. The lower portion is creamy white. The 
white flesh is firm, crisp, and of mild flavor. Very popular 
for home garden, market shipping and winter storing. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 1/4 1b..45¢; 14 lb. 75¢. 
1157 Early Red or Purple-Top Strap-Leaf 
A8 days. Large, flat roots, 4 to 6 in. across. Deep purplish red on top, 
milky white in lower portion. Fine-grained, 
sweet, tender, white flesh. Very quick grower. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 45¢3 14 Ib. 75¢. 
1183 Golden Ball © 
57 days. Also known as Orange Jelly. Per- 
fectly globe-shaped, bright creamy yellow tur- 
nips with appetizing, pale amber-colored flesh. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 55¢; 14 lb. 90¢. 
1169 White Egg 
55 days. Oval or egg shaped; white skin and 
flesh. Grown extensively in the South. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 lb. 45¢; 14 Ib. 75Z60 
















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1161 Extra-Early Purple- Top 
Milan 45 days. Flattened medium-sized 
roots, with smooth white skin tinted 
purple on top. White flesh, tender and delicate. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 45¢; 1 Ib. 75¢. 
1159 Extra-Early White Milan 
48 days. Identical with above except the skin 
4 and eore ere ONS ee Se favorite for home, 
5 aa market gardens an or forcing. Mild and 
1177 Seven Top (Foliage Turnip) tender. Seed cropis short. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 25¢. 
50 days. The tops give delicious spinach-like 
greens; roots are not edible. Being hardy, 
they are much grown in the South. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 lb. 40¢; 14 Ib. 65¢. 
57 days. Also known 
1164 Snowball as White Six Weeks. 
Roots are round and smooth; flesh and skin pure 
white, sweet and mild. Small, upright tops. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 60¢; 1% Ib. $1.00. 
1179 Large Yellow (Amber Globe) 
57 days. Large roots, almost round. The skin 
‘ is pale amber and the flesh is creamy yellow. 
A double-purpose turnip. The tops may be Chiefly grown for stock feeding, but young roots 
used as “‘greens’’ in about 25 days. 5 ; are good for table use. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 60¢; 1% Ib. $1.00. Shogoin Turnip Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 Ib. 55¢; 14 Ib. 90¢. 
RUTABAGAS OR SWEDE TURNIPS 
Require longer to mature than turnips, so seed should be sown from late June 
until early August, in rows 15 to 24in. apart. Cover with % in. of fine soil 
and thin the seedlings to stand 6 to 8 in. apart in the row. May be stored 
in a cool cellar or pit and used throughout the winter. A pkt. will sow 
about 50 ft. of row, an oz. 250 ft. 
1191 Burpee’s Purple-Top Yellow © 
90 days. Large, smooth, globe-shaped roots with 
rich purplish coloring in the upper portion and 
leep yellow below the soil. Sweet, fine-grained, 
yellow flesh. Productive, and will keep in fine 
condition quite late into the spring. The leading 
rutabaga for table use and stock feeding. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 60¢; 1 lb. $1.00. 
1194 Golden Neckless 85 days. A favorite win- 
ter variety with attrac- 
tive large yellow roots of globule ir form, with purple color- 
ing at the shoulder. The flesh is fine grained and of a beautiful 
yellow color. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 25¢; 14 lb. 75¢; 2 Ib. $1.25. 
q 88 days. Large, 
1196 White-Fleshed Neckless °° .$°%) ore 
1162 Foliage or Shogoin© 
70 days. Foliage may be eaten like spinach; 
also produces a white turnip, 3 to 4 in. thick, 
flattened globe shaped, white skin and flesh. 







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cs pure white, firm, and sweet. “hey have a small neck. Keep well. 
cape Top Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 Ib. 60¢; 14 Ib. $1.00. 
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