Growing Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 11b
Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. Purple Kohlrabi can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 15. First frost: Dec 31.
Planting Calendar
Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)
When to Plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 11b
Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4
Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Dec 4 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Dec 25
Transplant Purple Kohlrabi seedlings outdoors after Dec 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.
Harvest: Feb 3
First harvest approximately Feb 3 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).
Fall Planting: Nov 5
For a fall harvest, plant Purple Kohlrabi around Nov 5 (8 weeks before first frost).
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