When to Plant Turnips in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Mar 23 – Apr 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Huntington and as late as Apr 8 in Beckley. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 15 – Aug 29.
Cold-hardy; direct sow 2-4 weeks before last frost.
Turnips Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow | Fall planting |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Charleston | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Parkersburg | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Morgantown | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Wheeling | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Weirton Heights | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Weirton | Apr 1 – Apr 15 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Fairmont | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Martinsburg | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Beckley | Apr 8 – Apr 22 | Aug 1 – Aug 15 |
| Clarksburg | Mar 25 – Apr 8 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Teays Valley | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| South Charleston | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Saint Albans | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Vienna | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Bluefield | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Cross Lanes | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Moundsville | Mar 29 – Apr 12 | Aug 12 – Aug 26 |
| Bridgeport | Mar 21 – Apr 4 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Oak Hill | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant turnips in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Mar 23 – Apr 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Huntington and as late as Apr 8 in Beckley. For a fall crop, plant around Aug 15 – Aug 29.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, 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 West Virginia
- 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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