Kolibri kohlrabi seeds produce surprisingly uniform bulbous stems with bright purple, extremely smooth skins over succulent and crisp white flesh. This variety can become quite large without losing any of its appealing texture. The purple colour of Kolibri is so appealing that they really stand out in the garden. Kohlrabi has the attractive texture of a crisp apple with a mild Brassica flavour that hints of cabbage. Its crispness lends it well for use in salads with thick dressings. Shredded, it makes a delicious coleslaw. And like its Brassica cousins, kohlrabi is an excellent source of phosphorus and potassium as well as dietary fibre, and (somewhat surprisingly) vitamin C. Winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Matures in 55 days. (Hybrid seeds)
Details
Botanical Name
Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
Common Name
Kolibri Kohlrabi
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Stem
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
Fruit Colour
- Purple
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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