Kohlrabi - Purple Vienna

Kohlrabi - Purple Vienna

Kohlrabi is a really interesting vegetable to grow in your garden. It is not often seen in stores and looks like it belongs on an alien planet. The best way to describe the flavor is like if a radish tasted like cabbage. It has a nice crunchy texture but a rich cabbagey flavor. 

Type: Heirloom

When to Plant: 

• North Florida: September - March
• Central Florida: September - March
• South Florida: September - March

Planting instructions: Plant in a spot with full sun and well-draining soil. Give each plant 4-6” of space between each other. Sow directly into the garden or start transplants undercover. Plant seeds about ¼ “ deep and water regularly. 

Germination time: 14 - 21 Days

Days to Maturity: 50 days

Number of seeds per pack: 30-40

For a more detailed dive into growing Kohlrabi in Florida check out this guide that I wrote.