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When to Plant Turnip in Yukon

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.

Yukon spans USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b (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 Yukon

Zone 2a ~94 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 30 · First frost: September 1 · 94 day season

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 23 May 23 – Jun 13
Harvest July 4 Jul 4 – Aug 8
Fall Sowing June 9 Jun 9 – Jun 23
Zone 2b ~111 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 22 · First frost: September 10 · 111 day season

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 15 May 15 – Jun 5
Harvest June 26 Jun 26 – Jul 31
Fall Sowing June 18 Jun 18 – Jul 2

Growing Tips for Yukon

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 Yukon?

Planting dates for Turnip in Yukon depend on your USDA zone. Yukon spans zones 2a, 2b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Yukon for planting?

Yukon contains USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b. 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.