Organic Kohlrabi 'Purple Vienna' ( Brassica oleracea ) – offered by Gaia, a heritage variety with a delicate taste
Kohlrabi 'Purple Vienna' is a hardy, old variety , prized for its bright purple skin and crisp white flesh . Its mild , turnip-like flavor without the bitterness is delicious raw in salads, steamed, or mashed .
Grown above ground , this kohlrabi develops a firm, tender bulb , which reaches its best flavor when it measures 5 to 7 cm in diameter . It is cold-hardy , which makes it an excellent choice for a fall harvest .
Did you know?
Kohlrabi is rich in vitamins C and B6 , as well as fiber and antioxidants , contributing to a healthy and balanced diet . It is also known for its rapid growth , allowing for early harvests in the garden.
Spread : Compact port, above-ground bulb
Plant height : 30 to 40 cm
Quantity per pack : ± 200 seeds
Companion plants : Beetroot, bush bean, celery, cucumber, lettuce, herbs, onion, potato, thyme, nasturtium
Enemy plants : Pole bean, strawberry, pepper, tomato
Cultivation method
Kohlrabi 'Purple Vienna' can be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out for a quicker harvest. To improve germination, it is recommended to soak the seeds in warm water for 12 hours .
It can also be sown directly in the open ground after the last frosts. Space the plants 10 cm apart and the rows 30 to 45 cm apart to allow them to develop well. This variety tolerates cold well and is perfectly suited to autumn crops.
Harvesting and conservation
Harvest when the bulbs are 5 to 7 cm in diameter , before they become woody and fibrous . Cut the bulb at the base and remove the leaves to optimize its conservation.
Fresh kohlrabi will keep for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator , ideally in a perforated bag.
Why grow 'Purple Vienna' kohlrabi?
✔ Fast growing and easy to grow
✔ Mild flavor and crunchy texture, perfect raw or cooked
✔ Cold hardy, ideal for fall crops
✔ Compact variety, suitable for small gardens
With its distinctive purple skin, tender flesh and easy growing , 'Purple Vienna' kohlrabi is a unique and nutritious vegetable to add to the garden!
