200+ Organic Early Vienna Purple Kohl Rabi Seeds - Non GMO-German turnip -Turnip cabbage-A164
Kohlrabi, sometimes called German turnip or turnip cabbage, was developed by selection for an enlarged edible stem. The edible part of the plant, which can be eaten raw or cooked, is either green or purple.
Time Of Planting Seeds can be sown outside just after the last frost, or inside several weeks before the last frost and then transplanted outside. If planting kohlrabi as a fall crop, direct sow seeds around 90 days before the first frost date.
In the spring, transplant kohlrabi seedlings outdoors around 1-2 weeks before your last frost date. Spacing Requirements Sow kohlrabi seeds ¼ inch deep. Space plants 9-12 inches apart. Time To Germination 3-10 days Special Considerations Kohlrabi doesn’t grow well in loose soil. Common Pests And Diseases Kohlrabi is susceptible to pests such as flea beetles. It is easy to deter these beetles by covering kohlrabi plants with a thin row cover.
When And How To Harvest Harvest kohlrabi plants when the bulbs reach 3 inches in diameter. Cut the stem just above the soil line. Eating Kohlrabi bulbs can be used in a variety of ways. Raw kohlrabi can be grated and used in salads, the bulb can be chopped finely and incorporated into soups. Steamed kohlrabi can be also be added to soups. Shredded kohlrabi can be made into fritters or vegetable pancakes, while roasted kohlrabi is a great winter treat. Kohlrabi greens can also be eaten when young. Storing Kohlrabi can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks. This rapidly growing member of the cabbage family produces a greenish-white enlarged stem with short tops and few leaves. Slow to bolt and early producing, White Vienna is best harvested when the stem reaches 5-7.5 cm (2-3″) in diameter. For best growth, irrigation is essential through dry periods. Flesh is white with a nutty flavour when eaten raw and a mild cabbage taste when cooked. Sow seed every two weeks from April through to early August. Like Purple Vienna Kohlrabi, White Vienna is a pre-1860 variety.
