Early-crop turnips are in season from April to July; main-crop turnips from August to March. Look for turnips with smooth, undamaged skin and without brown spots, holes or spongey patches.
Turnip greens are usually sold separately from the roots. Turnip Root Colors: golden, purple top, red, white. Here are a few tips about preparing turnips, rutabagas and parsnips. Raw (turnips): Cut ...