{"title":"Kohl Rabi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eKohl Rabi Seeds \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"206\"\u003e(Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eA more recent development within the brassica family, kohl rabi forms a crisp, sweet swollen stem that is best harvested young, around 5 to 5.5 cm across. Leaves can also be eaten when tender. Slice the bulb raw for salads or cook as you would turnip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"664\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlants grow quickly in rich, well-watered soil and prefer steady moisture for the best texture. Sow in spring through late summer, and in autumn in warmer regions.\u003cbr data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eApprox. 250 to 350 seeds per gram.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kohl-rabi-purple-vienna-406","title":"Kohl Rabi Purple Vienna Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. gongylodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Vienna is a classic heirloom Kohl Rabi producing attractive rounded, purple-skinned swollen stems with crisp white flesh. The purple colouring extends through the stems and leaf stalks, creating a particularly ornamental plant in the vegetable garden, while the interior remains beautifully white, tender and sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite often being described as a root vegetable, the rounded edible “bulb” of kohl rabi is actually a swollen stem that develops above ground. Purple Vienna has a mild, sweet brassica flavour, somewhere between cabbage, broccoli stem and turnip, with a satisfying crisp texture when eaten raw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest the swollen stems while young and tender, ideally around 5–7 cm across. Peel and slice them for salads, grate into slaws, serve as crunchy vegetable sticks or roast, steam and sauté them. The young leaves are also edible and can be cooked like kale or other leafy brassicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKohl rabi is a relatively recent development amongst the cultivated brassicas, selected specifically for its enlarged edible stem. Purple Vienna is an old European variety and remains popular for its reliable growth, excellent flavour and striking colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow quickly in rich, fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Steady growth is important, as prolonged dry conditions or other stresses can cause the stems to become tougher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 250–350 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 120 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Spring to late summer and autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 5–10 mm deep directly into prepared soil or raise in trays for transplanting. Keep consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Keep plants well watered to encourage rapid, uninterrupted growth and tender stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the swollen stems reach approximately 5–7 cm across and are still firm and tender. Larger stems can become tougher with age, so regular harvesting gives the best eating quality. Young leaves can also be harvested sparingly throughout growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, Purple Vienna can cross-pollinate with other \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e crops flowering at the same time, including other kohl rabi, kale, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 55–69 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375832617178,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71824769.05940856","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375832649946,"sku":"prefix_681c1f718247c4.59675682","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":46375832682714,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71824807.01510852","price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":46375832715482,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71824820.35736054","price":22.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/736796AC-C56F-4D87-86B9-704AC6F4F707.jpg?v=1786171084"},{"product_id":"kohl-rabi-white-vienna-407","title":"Kohl Rabi White Vienna Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. gongylodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Vienna is a classic heirloom Kohl Rabi producing smooth, rounded, pale green swollen stems with crisp white flesh. Tender, mild and pleasantly sweet, it is an excellent traditional variety for both raw and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite often being described as a root vegetable, the rounded edible “bulb” of kohl rabi is actually a swollen stem that develops above ground. White Vienna has a delicate brassica flavour, somewhere between cabbage, broccoli stem and turnip, with a particularly crisp texture when harvested young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe swollen stems are best harvested at around 5–7 cm across while the flesh is at its sweetest and most tender. Peel and slice for salads, grate into slaws, serve raw as crunchy vegetable sticks, or roast, steam, sauté or boil like turnip. The young leaves are also edible and can be cooked like kale or other leafy brassicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKohl rabi is a relatively recent development amongst the cultivated brassicas, selected specifically for its enlarged edible stem. White Vienna is an old European variety valued for its smooth skin, reliable growth and fine eating quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow quickly in rich, fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Steady, uninterrupted growth is important for producing succulent stems and preventing them from becoming tough or woody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 250–350 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 120 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Spring to late summer and autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 5–10 mm deep directly into prepared soil or raise in trays for transplanting. Keep consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Keep plants well watered to encourage rapid, uninterrupted growth and tender stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the swollen stems reach approximately 5–7 cm across and are still smooth and tender. Avoid leaving them too long, as older stems can become tougher and more fibrous. Young leaves can also be harvested sparingly throughout growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, White Vienna can cross-pollinate with other \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e crops flowering at the same time, including other kohl rabi, kale, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 50–65 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden has-[\u0026gt;_:empty]:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649678987482,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47965026844890,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_KohlRabi_WhiteVienna.jpg?v=1785802290"},{"product_id":"kohl-rabi-gigante-1777","title":"Kohl Rabi Gigante Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. gongylodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGigante, also known as Super Schmelz, is an extraordinary Swiss Kohl Rabi capable of producing enormous pale green swollen stems weighing several kilograms, with exceptional specimens reaching up to 9 kg. Unlike many kohl rabi varieties, it remains remarkably tender as it grows, resisting the fibrousness and woodiness normally associated with oversized stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite often being described as a root vegetable, the rounded edible “bulb” of kohl rabi actually forms from the \u003cstrong\u003eswollen stem above ground\u003c\/strong\u003e. Beneath its light green skin, Gigante has crisp white flesh with a mild, sweet flavour somewhere between cabbage, broccoli stem and turnip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung stems can be harvested from around 5–6 cm across for particularly tender eating, although one of the great advantages of Gigante is its ability to remain tender at much larger sizes. Peel and slice or grate the crisp flesh into salads and slaws, roast it, steam it, add it to soups and stews or cook it much like turnip. The young leaves are also edible and can be cooked like kale or other leafy brassicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKohl rabi is a relatively recent development compared with ancient leafy brassicas, selected specifically for its enlarged edible stem. Gigante takes this characteristic to an extreme while retaining excellent eating quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow best in rich, fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Steady growth is important for producing the sweetest and most tender stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 250–350 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 120 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Spring to late summer and autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 5–10 mm deep directly into prepared soil or raise in trays for transplanting. Keep consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 30–45 cm apart to allow the unusually large swollen stems room to develop. Plant in full sun in rich, well-drained soil and maintain regular moisture throughout growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest young from approximately 5–6 cm across for exceptionally tender stems, or allow plants to continue developing to their impressive mature size. Unlike many kohl rabi varieties, Gigante remains tender and resists becoming woody even when allowed to grow very large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, Gigante can cross-pollinate with other \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e crops flowering at the same time, including other kohl rabi, kale, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 54–70 days for young stems, with longer required to reach giant sizes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375902576858,"sku":"prefix_681c1f733de7d9.08296733","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g","offer_id":46375902609626,"sku":"prefix_681c1f733de843.98458218","price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_KohlRabi_Gigante.jpg?v=1771546328"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/collections\/kohl.oembed","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}