Brassica

Kohlrabi

Looks like an alien turnip, tastes like a sweet apple-broccoli hybrid.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Regular

Soil

Rich

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Swollen stem

Lifecycle

Biennial

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Their kohlrabi seed range includes cold-hardy varieties suited to London's cool springs and autumn harvests.

Crocus

Offers pots in sizes ideal for container-growing kohlrabi in London's space-limited gardens.

Amazon UK

Stocks quality hand tools for preparing beds and harvesting kohlrabi efficiently.