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When to Plant Turnip in Saskatchewan

Turnips are a fast-growing cool-season root vegetable with edible roots and greens. Baby turnips are sweet and tender while mature ones are more pungent.

Saskatchewan spans USDA hardiness zones 3b, 4a (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Turnip Planting Calendar for Saskatchewan

Zone 3b ~135 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 10 · First frost: September 22 · 135 day season

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 3 May 3 – May 24
Fall Sowing June 30 Jun 30 – Jul 14
Harvest June 14 Jun 14 – Jul 19
Zone 4a ~145 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 6 · First frost: September 28 · 145 day season

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 29 Apr 29 – May 20
Fall Sowing July 6 Jul 6 – Jul 20
Harvest June 10 Jun 10 – Jul 15

Growing Tips for Saskatchewan

Direct sow in early spring or late summer. Harvest when roots are 2-3 inches in diameter for best flavor. Both the roots and the greens are nutritious and edible.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Turnip in Saskatchewan?

Planting dates for Turnip in Saskatchewan depend on your USDA zone. Saskatchewan spans zones 3b, 4a. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Saskatchewan for planting?

Saskatchewan contains USDA hardiness zones 3b, 4a. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.