Product Overview
Konan F1 Kohlrabi is a fast-maturing hybrid perfect for small gardens or container growing. Its pale green, round bulbs develop firm, crunchy flesh with a mild, sweet flavor ideal for salads, slaws, or quick sautés. The plants have upright, insect-resistant leaves that make harvesting simple and keep the garden tidy. Ready to harvest in just 45–55 days, this versatile vegetable also offers edible leaves, so you can enjoy the whole plant. Its compact growth habit and consistent bulb size make Konan F1 an excellent choice for both backyard gardeners and patio container growers.
Konan Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes)
Konan Kohlrabi is a fast-maturing hybrid ideal for small gardens or container growing.
| Days to Maturity | 45–55 days |
| Plant Size | Compact plants, about 12–18" tall and 12–18" wide |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Start Indoors | Sow 4–6 weeks before last frost. Transplant seedlings when 3–4" tall and soil is workable. |
| Direct Sow | Sow directly in garden as soon as soil can be worked in spring; succession sow every 2–3 weeks for continuous harvest. |
| Seed Depth / Germination | Sow ¼–½" deep. Germinates in 5–10 days at 60–75°F (16–24°C). |
| Spacing | Space plants 6–8" apart in rows 12–18" apart |
| Soil & Water | Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Keep evenly moist; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. |
| Special Traits | Compact growth habit, fast-maturing hybrid; edible leaves; suitable for containers and small spaces. |
| Flavor & Uses | Mild, sweet, crunchy bulbs for salads, slaws, quick sautés; leaves are edible and tender. |
| Harvest | Harvest when bulbs are 2–3" in diameter. Use promptly for best texture, or lift and store in cool conditions. |
