When to Plant Turnips in Minnesota
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Winona and as late as May 8 in Hibbing. For a fall crop, plant around Jul 31 – Aug 14.
Cold-hardy; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost.
Turnips Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow | Fall planting |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Saint Paul | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
| Rochester | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
| Bloomington | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Duluth | Apr 16 – Apr 30 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Brooklyn Park | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Plymouth | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Maple Grove | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Woodbury | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Eagan | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Saint Cloud | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Jul 22 – Aug 5 |
| Eden Prairie | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| West Coon Rapids | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Coon Rapids | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Blaine | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Jul 24 – Aug 7 |
| Burnsville | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Lakeville | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Minnetonka | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Apple Valley | Mar 30 – Apr 13 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Edina | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Minnetonka Mills | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Saint Louis Park | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Moorhead | Apr 7 – Apr 21 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Mankato | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
| Maplewood | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Shakopee | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
| Richfield | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 9 – Aug 23 |
| Cottage Grove | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Roseville | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Inver Grove Heights | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 104 Minnesota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Minnesota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant turnips in Minnesota?
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Winona and as late as May 8 in Hibbing. For a fall crop, plant around Jul 31 – Aug 14.
When is the last frost in Minnesota?
The average last spring frost in Minnesota ranges from April 21 in Winona to June 5 in Hibbing, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do turnips take to grow?
Turnips typically take 40–60 days from planting to harvest. Cold-hardy; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost.
Other Crops in Minnesota
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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