When should I plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3b?

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jun 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3b?

Yes. Purple Kohlrabi needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 3 successions.

Growing Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Purple Kohlrabi early indoors to maximize your harvest window. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย: May 15. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรก: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 3Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 วัน) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 3x)

โซน3b

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้ายMay 15

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรกSep 22

ฤดูกาล130 วัน

เก็บเกี่ยว55 วัน

แสงแดดแดดเต็มที่

When to Plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 สัปดาห์ก่อนน้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Purple Kohlrabi seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. 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 3

First harvest approximately Jun 3 (~40 วัน from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 28

For a fall harvest, plant Purple Kohlrabi around Jul 28 (8 weeks before first frost).

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