55 DAYS
Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
This early variety of kohlrabi boasts a mild, juicy flavour that is reminiscent of a delightful blend of turnip and cabbage. With crisp textures and a sweet bite, it’s an excellent choice for slaws, dips, or simply cubed, steamed, and sautéed. Easy to grow, Kohlrabi Early White Vienna is a charming addition to any garden, offering not just edible delights but also unique interest with its unusual, bulbous shape.
Size: Plants typically reach up to 12 in. tall and spread about 12 in. wide, with bulbs up to 4 in. in diameter.
Yield: Expect a bountiful harvest of flavorful bulbs throughout the growing season.
Taste: Mildly sweet and crunchy, this vegetable provides a refreshing contrast in salads and can be enjoyed cooked or raw.
How to use: Enjoy fresh in salads, dips, or cooked in stir-fries and casseroles. Ideal for steaming or sautéing to retain its delicious texture.
Planting tips: Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil conditions allow, spacing 6 to 7 seeds per ft. of row. Aim for full sun in average garden soil, thinning to 1 ft. apart when plants reach 3 in. high. For an earlier crop, start seeds indoors 2 to 3 weeks before the last frost. Best germination occurs at 21°C, with a preferred growing temperature of 15°C once established.
Harvest tips: Harvest when bulbs are about 3 to 4 in. in diameter. Cut below the bulb to avoid damaging the remaining plant, allowing for continued growth.
Pelleted seed.
