Approximately 300 seeds/package (315 seeds/gram)
A rapidly growing heirloom from before 1860, White Vienna Kohlrabi is a reliable and early-producing member of the cabbage family. It produces a greenish-white enlarged stem with short tops and few leaves. Its white flesh has a delightful nutty flavour when eaten raw, and a mild cabbage taste when cooked. Best harvested when the stem reaches 5-7.5 cm in diameter, this variety is slow to bolt and a very productive addition to your garden.
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable
- Fruit: Greenish-white enlarged stem
- Features: Rapidly growing; nutty flavour when raw; mild cabbage flavour when cooked; slow to bolt.
Kohlrabi is a powerhouse of nutrients. It is an excellent source of Vitamin C, with one serving providing a significant portion of your daily needs. It also contains Vitamin B6, potassium, and is a good source of dietary fibre. Like other members of the cabbage family, kohlrabi is rich in antioxidants that help support overall health.
Sow seed directly outdoors anytime from late April to late July, 1 cm deep and 2.5 cm apart. Space rows 30-45 cm apart. Thin emerging seedlings to 10 cm apart in the row to give them plenty of space to develop. For best growth, irrigation is essential through dry periods. Sow seed every two weeks from April through to early August for a continuous harvest. Germination occurs in 7-10 days.
For a quick-growing and dependable vegetable, White Vienna Kohlrabi is an excellent choice. Its ability to produce a bountiful harvest in as little as six to eight weeks makes it a very rewarding crop for any gardener. Its versatile flavour is wonderful raw or cooked, ensuring this reliable heirloom will become a new favourite in your kitchen.
