Overwintering guide
How to overwinter turnip 'tokyo cross'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills turnip 'tokyo cross' in winter
Cutting turnip 'tokyo cross' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
More turnip 'tokyo cross' care
Overwintering turnip 'tokyo cross' — FAQ
Does turnip 'tokyo cross' need to come indoors for winter?
Turnip 'Tokyo Cross' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 2 — winter lows around -46°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Turnip 'Tokyo Cross' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move turnip 'tokyo cross' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water turnip 'tokyo cross' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills turnip 'tokyo cross' over winter?
Cutting turnip 'tokyo cross' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.