When should I plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3a?

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 10. Transplant outdoors after May 1. Expect first harvest around Jun 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3a?

Yes. Purple Kohlrabi needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

Growing Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Purple Kohlrabi early indoors to maximize your harvest window. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย: May 22. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรก: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 10Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 วัน) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

โซน3a

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้ายMay 22

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรกSep 12

ฤดูกาล113 วัน

เก็บเกี่ยว55 วัน

แสงแดดแดดเต็มที่

When to Plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 10

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 10 (6 สัปดาห์ก่อนน้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 1

Transplant Purple Kohlrabi seedlings outdoors after May 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/ตร.ม. (15cm ห่างกัน). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 10

First harvest approximately Jun 10 (~40 วัน from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Purple Kohlrabi around Jul 18 (8 weeks before first frost).

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