Vegetables
Intermediate
Annual/biennial crop
Purple Kohlrabi
Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
About Plant: Purple Kohlrabi
A colorful cool-season brassica forming a crisp purple swollen stem above ground, best harvested before it becomes oversized.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, moisture-retentive, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing6–12 inches
Height8–30 inches
Time to Harvest50-65
Planting Depth1/8–1/2 inch
Germination Time5–21 days
Expert Growing Tips
Keep growth steady with consistent moisture and harvest before stems or roots become coarse.