Kohlrabi Seeds -Purple Vienna

Kohlrabi seeds produce compact, upright plants with a rounded, swollen stem that forms above the soil surface. Purple Vienna is a commonly grown kohlrabi type suited to cool season cultivation and performs well in mild to temperate climates. Plants adapt well to garden beds, raised beds, and container growing when provided with consistent moisture and well drained, fertile soil. This type is typically grown as a short season crop and fits well into spring and fall planting schedules.

Features

• Compact, upright plant structure

• Adapted for cool season growing conditions

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting

• Performs well in mild and temperate climates

• Uniform, short season growth habit

Specifications

• Scientific name: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes

• Common name (US): Kohlrabi

• Seed type / variety: Purple Vienna

• Growth habit: Upright, compact

• USDA hardiness zones: 3 to 10

• Planting season: Spring and fall

• Sowing season:

  • Zones 3 to 5: April to May; July to August

  • Zones 6 to 7: March to April; August to September

  • Zones 8 to 10: February to March; September to October

• Germination time and conditions: 7 to 14 days; optimal temperatures between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit with consistent moisture

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial sun

• Soil requirements: Well drained, fertile soil with moderate organic matter

• Watering needs: Regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil

• Mature plant size: 12 to 18 inches in height, approximately 12 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 8 to 12 inches between plants