Enhance your garden with Swede Tweed F1 seeds, a superior hybrid variety known for its robust growth, smooth texture, and excellent flavor. These seeds produce uniform, high-performing roots perfect for roasting, mashing, or adding to hearty dishes. Swede (also known as Rutabaga in the U.S.) is appreciated for its reliability, long storage life, and consistent harvests. Ideal for home gardeners seeking high-yield, flavorful root crops.

Features:

1. Hybrid variety: Tweed F1
2. Growth type: Vigorous, uniform, and reliable
3. Root characteristics: Smooth skin, golden-yellow flesh, mild and sweet flavor
4. Light requirements: Full sun
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, loose soil
6. Suitable for: Home gardens, raised beds, and cool-season planting

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO hybrid seeds
2. Common Name (U.S.): Rutabaga
3. Planting Season: Early spring or late summer
4. USDA Zones: 3–10
5. Planting Depth: 0.5 inch (12 mm)
6. Spacing: 6–10 inches (15–25 cm) between plants; 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between rows
7. Germination Time: 7–14 days
8. Days to Maturity: 90–110 days
9. Root Size: Medium to large, uniform bulb shape
10. Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
11. Temperature Preference: Performs best in cool climates
12. Harvest Window: When roots reach mature size and skin is smooth
13. Storage: Long-keeping variety suitable for cool storage

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer.
2. Prepare loose, well-draining soil free of stones to encourage smooth root development.
3. Keep soil evenly moist during germination.
4. Thin seedlings after sprouting to allow proper root formation.
5. Ensure full sun exposure for uniform growth and improved flavor.
6. Harvest when roots reach their mature size and tops begin to yellow.