Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke'
Kohlrabi
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Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Description
Grand Duke Hybrid 45-50 days. All-America Winner. Extra-early hybrid produces smooth, round bulbs 4" across. Crisp, white flesh and mild, sweet flavor. Disease-tolerant. Proven tops for performance, flavor and wide adaptability. Sun.
Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Growth
Cool-season biennial grown as an annual. Kohlrabi is part of the cabbage family, but the least hardiest. Temperatures below 45°F (7°C) will lead kohlrabi to bolt. Hot weather is also detrimental, causing the stems to become tough and woody.
Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Planting
Sow seeds directly into the ground 4-6 weeks before the last frost date in your area. If starting kohlrabi indoors, plant seeds sometime from 4 weeks before to 2 weeks after the last frost. For fall crop, sow seeds 10 weeks before your first frost date.Before planting, work in a 2" layer of compost into the soil. Sow seeds 1/2" deep, spaced 1" apart in rows 18" apart. Space transplants and thin direct-sown seedlings to 8" apart.
Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Pest
Check the leaves regularly for pests like aphids, cabbageworms, cabbage loopers, and flea beetles. Kohlrabi is susceptible to the same diseases as cabbage and broccoli. Prevent disease by rotating crops, making sure not to plant crop in the same ground for three years. Also remove crop debris in fall.
Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Interesting facts
Kohlrabi is among the most commonly consumed vegetables in Kashmir. It is eaten about 3-4 times a week.
Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea 'Grand Duke') - Soil and irrigation
Water enough to keep the soil moist, usually atleast 1" per week. Enhance water retention and keep the soil cool by mulching plants with organic material such as straw or grass clippings.
