Kohlrabi

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Most of you probably never even heard of kohlrabi and if you have you probably don't know exactly what it is. Kohlrabi has very similar taste and texture to the heart of a cabbage, but kohlrabi is a lot less bitter. Today I am going to tell you how to plant and grow kohlrabi in your garden.

The first step in planting kohlrabi in your garden is to select a planting location. Kohlrabi need to be planted close to other cabbage-family plants and in full sunlight. If you plant tomatoes, beans, or strawberries in your garden, try to keep your kohlrabi away from them. They won't grow right if they are next to these. Also, it is best to try to plant kohlrabi in cooler weather. This meaning, try to have them grow before the temperatures reach 75 degrees or above.

When planting, plant the kohlrabi seeds about a 1/2 inch into the soil and about 2-3 inches apart. Also the seeds should be planted in even rows. The rows should be spaced out almost a foot apart from each other. While the plants are growing, make sure that they are getting plenty of water. If kohlrabi don't get enough water they can become woody, which make them not very appetizing to eat. After about 60 days kohlrabi are then ready to be harvest.