MICROGREEN Kohlrabi ‘Purple Vienna’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
Kohlrabi ‘Purple Vienna’ microgreens are a versatile and colorful addition to a variety of dishes, including salads, sandwiches, or as an eye-catching garnish. With their vibrant purple stems and glossy green cotyledons, these microgreens add a striking visual appeal to any meal, while providing a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
These heirloom seeds can be grown as microgreens or allowed to mature into full-sized vegetables. Suitable for both soil-based and hydroponic growing methods, Kohlrabi ‘Purple Vienna’ is easy to grow and harvest.
- Features green, glossy cotyledons and vibrant purple stems.
- Suitable for growing in soil or hydroponic systems.
- Can be grown as microgreens or left to mature into full-sized vegetables.
How to Grow Kohlrabi Microgreens
- Pre-Soak: No pre-soaking required.
- Sow Rate: 2.5 – 3.5 grams per small, punnet-sized growing tray.
- Growing Medium: Can be grown in soil or hydroponically.
- Soil Method: Moisten soil and flatten 3-4 cm in the tray.
- Covering: Cover the seeds for 2-3 days with a tray lid or cover to promote germination. Keep in a well-ventilated area away from light.
- Watering: Lightly water 1-2 times daily during the germination period. After uncovering, continue watering 1-2 times daily as needed.
- Light: Once germination occurs, uncover and place in light for continued growth.
Harvest:
- Harvest approximately 8-12 days after sowing, when the microgreens reach a height of 5-7 cm. Cut just above the soil line for best results.
