Attractive Purple Stems
Produces distinctive round, swollen stems with pinkish-purple skin that add color and visual interest to vegetable gardens.
Pink Kohlrabi Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Pink Kohlrabi Seeds
Pink Kohlrabi, commonly known as Purple Kohlrabi or German Turnip, is a cool-season vegetable grown for its distinctive round, swollen stems with attractive pinkish-purple skin and crisp, mild-flavored flesh. This unique member of the cabbage family develops edible stems above the soil and produces green foliage with long leaf stalks. Pink Kohlrabi is suitable for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers with adequate growing space. It is valued for its crunchy texture and versatility in fresh salads, roasting, steaming, and other homemade dishes.
Pink-Purple Stems
Cool-Season Vegetable
Crisp Edible Stems
Home Vegetable Garden
Key Features
Crisp Edible Texture
Develops tender, crunchy flesh with a mild flavor that can be enjoyed raw or prepared in various cooked dishes.
Cool-Season Growth
Performs well in cool weather and is suitable for spring and fall vegetable gardening in appropriate climates.
Versatile Kitchen Vegetable
The edible stems can be sliced into salads, roasted, steamed, or added to homemade vegetable recipes.
Product Highlights
Pink to purple swollen stems
Crisp and tender edible flesh
Mild, slightly sweet flavor
Cool-season vegetable variety
Green leafy foliage
Suitable for raised garden beds
Can grow in suitable containers
Excellent for fresh salads and cooking
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Brassica oleracea (Gongylodes Group) |
| Common Name | Pink Kohlrabi, Purple Kohlrabi, German Turnip |
| Plant Family | Brassicaceae |
| Seed Type | Vegetable Seeds |
| Plant Type | Cool-Season Biennial Vegetable, Usually Grown as an Annual |
| Growth Habit | Upright leafy plant with an enlarged edible stem |
| Stem Color | Pinkish-purple to deep purple, depending on variety |
| Flesh Color | Typically creamy white |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally grown as a cool-season annual across a wide range of climates |
| Planting Season | Early spring or late summer to fall, depending on local climate |
| Seed Starting | Direct sow outdoors or start indoors approximately 4–6 weeks before transplanting |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 65–75°F (18–24°C) |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, loose, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Soil pH | Approximately 6.0–7.5 |
| Watering | Regular watering to maintain consistent soil moisture |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 12–18 inches tall, depending on variety and conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 6–8 inches between plants |
| Harvest Time | Approximately 45–65 days from sowing, depending on variety and growing conditions |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Select healthy Pink Kohlrabi seeds and prepare seed-starting trays or a suitable vegetable garden location. Kohlrabi grows best when started during cool weather.
Select healthy Pink Kohlrabi seeds and prepare seed-starting trays or a suitable vegetable garden location. Kohlrabi grows best when started during cool weather.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Choose fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Select a location that receives full sunlight or partial shade.
Choose fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Select a location that receives full sunlight or partial shade.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds approximately ¼ inch deep in the growing medium. Keep the soil consistently moist and allow approximately 6–8 inches of spacing between established plants.
Sow seeds approximately ¼ inch deep in the growing medium. Keep the soil consistently moist and allow approximately 6–8 inches of spacing between established plants.
Step 4: Maintain Healthy Growth
Provide regular watering to prevent the soil from drying out. Remove weeds and monitor plants for common cabbage-family pests. Avoid excessive heat and inconsistent moisture.
Provide regular watering to prevent the soil from drying out. Remove weeds and monitor plants for common cabbage-family pests. Avoid excessive heat and inconsistent moisture.
Step 5: Harvest the Kohlrabi
Harvest when the swollen stems reach approximately 2–3 inches in diameter or the recommended size for your variety. Pick them while young and tender for the best eating quality.
Harvest when the swollen stems reach approximately 2–3 inches in diameter or the recommended size for your variety. Pick them while young and tender for the best eating quality.
Grow Colorful Harvests with Pink Kohlrabi
Add something unique to your vegetable garden with Pink Kohlrabi, a colorful cool-season crop featuring attractive purple stems and crisp, mild-flavored flesh. Easy to incorporate into suitable home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers, this versatile vegetable offers a delicious harvest for fresh salads and homemade meals. Provide cool growing conditions, fertile soil, and consistent moisture to encourage healthy plant development.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful answers about Pink Kohlrabi seed germination, growing conditions, harvesting, and edible uses.
How long does Pink Kohlrabi take to grow from seeds?
Pink Kohlrabi generally takes approximately 45–65 days from sowing to harvest, depending on the variety, temperature, and growing conditions. Seeds commonly germinate within 5–10 days in suitable conditions. Harvest the swollen stems while they are still young and tender to enjoy their best texture and mild flavor.
When is the best time to plant Pink Kohlrabi seeds?
The best time to plant Pink Kohlrabi seeds is during cool weather. Sow seeds in early spring for a spring harvest or in late summer for a fall harvest, depending on your local climate. Avoid planting during extreme summer heat because high temperatures can affect stem development and vegetable quality.
Can you eat Pink Kohlrabi raw, and what does it taste like?
Yes, Pink Kohlrabi is edible and can be enjoyed raw or cooked. Its swollen stem has a crisp, juicy texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor similar to a combination of broccoli stems and cabbage. Peel the outer skin if it is tough, then slice or grate the flesh for salads, slaws, stir-fries, roasting, and steaming.