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Purple Vienna Kohlrabi Seeds
Purple Vienna Kohlrabi Seeds
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Because of its turnip-like appearance, kohlrabi is sometimes misclassified as a root vegetable. Leaves stand out like little spokes on the sides and top of the edible, enlarged stem. You'll welcome not only kohlrabi's unusual shape, but also its crisp texture and wonderful, delicately sweet, nutty, and very slightly peppery. Eat it like an apple, or try it steamed, sautéed, or pickled, too! One cup contains 140% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 50–69 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Biennial, grown as an annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 10"–12" tall, 8"–10" wide
Variety Info: Enlarged, bulblike portion of stem forms just above soil surface. Flavor is between an apple and a mild turnip. 'Purple Vienna' has a reddish-purple, slightly flattened globe with tender white interior.
Attributes: Frost Tolerant, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or when soil temperature is at least 45°F, ideally 65°–80°F. Also sow in late summer for fall harvest. Mild Climates: Sow in fall and winter for cool-season harvest.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, and 10 to 12 weeks before your average first frost date, transplanting in 4 to 6 weeks.
Days to Emerge: 10–14 Days
Seed Depth: ¼"–½"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 4"
Row Spacing: 12"–18"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 4"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Smaller kohlrabi is the sweetest and most tender; harvest when 2"–3" in diameter. Those much bigger than the size of a tennis ball won't be as tasty and often have a pithy or woody flesh. Harvest by cutting stems between the soil and where the stem widens.
- Cindy M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 9, 2025Purple Vienna Kohlrabi--soon to be your family's favorite vegetable
I can't believe this bright purple eye-catching veggie is not renown across the country! Even children find its moist, yet crispy, texture and mildly sweet taste appealing. Not only that, this nutrient-packed vegetable is a cinch to harvest--simply grasp its globular, fleshy stem and pull upwards. Serve it raw--peeled and thinly sliced.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningSep 9, 2025Hey Cindy,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with our Purple Vienna Kohlrabi Seeds! We love that even the kids in your family are enjoying it - that's always such a win when you can get children excited about trying new vegetables!
Your enthusiasm for this bright purple beauty is absolutely contagious!! I'm going to give it a try this next year!
Thank you, again, so much for your feedback! Truly inspiring!
Keep on growing 🌻️ - Rob D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 29, 20245 Stars
Zone 5b. I grew the Purple Vienna Kohlrabi by direct sowing in a vertical planter. The bulb took a bit longer than expected to mature, but ended up great at harvest.
- Madeline B.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJun 13, 20245 Stars
I love botanical interests. Their germination rate is true to their words. If not, they’ll send you new seeds. This is my first time growing purple kohlrabi and I couldn’t be happier with the results.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert - M C. L.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsSep 20, 2025Too few seedlings emerged
I had four seedlings emerge from my seed packet. And on top of that, they haven’t even grown an inch yet. They came out of the ground three weeks ago. Not sure why. Excellent soil and full sun.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningSep 24, 2025Hey MC
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- BrendaRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 29, 20245 Stars
I'm excited about these seeds 🤗
