When should I plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 1b?

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 13. Transplant outdoors after May 4. Expect first harvest around Jun 13.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1b is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 1b?

Yes. Purple Kohlrabi needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 1b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

Growing Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 1b

Zone 1b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Purple Kohlrabi early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Son don: May 25. İlk don: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 gün) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 1x)

Bölge1b

Son donMay 25

İlk donAug 28

Sezon95 gün

Hasat55 gün

GüneşTam Güneş

When to Plant Purple Kohlrabi in Zone 1b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Purple Kohlrabi seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 son dondan önce hafta). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 4

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

Harvest: Jun 13

First harvest approximately Jun 13 (~40 gün from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Fall Planting: Jul 3

For a fall harvest, plant Purple Kohlrabi around Jul 3 (8 weeks before first frost).

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