When should I plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 11b?

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Dec 25. Expect first harvest around Feb 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 11b?

Yes. Purple Kohlrabi needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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. Sista frost: Jan 15. Första frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 dagar) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zon11b

Sista frostJan 15

Första frostDec 31

Säsong350 dagar

Skörd55 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Dec 4 (6 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 25

Transplant Purple Kohlrabi seedlings outdoors after Dec 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 3

First harvest approximately Feb 3 (~40 dagar 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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