Kohlrabi (Purple) گنڈھ گوبھی

Approx. 30 to 40 Seeds in a Pack

Grow crisp, flavorful, and colorful Kohlrabi (Purple) / گوبھی شلجم in your home garden!
This unique winter vegetable belongs to the cabbage family and produces a round, purple-skinned bulb with a sweet, juicy, turnip-like flavor.

Kohlrabi is rich in vitamins C, B6, fiber, and antioxidants, making it one of the healthiest vegetables to grow and enjoy. The tender bulbs and leaves can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in curries and soups.
Perfect for kitchen gardens, pots, or open fields, this variety grows quickly and gives a high yield with minimal care.

Growing Instructions:

1. Sowing Time:

   • Best for cooler months (October – February) in warm regions like Pakistan.

   • In colder areas, sow from March – April for a spring harvest.

2. Soil:

   • Prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soil enriched with organic compost.

   • pH between 6.0 – 7.5 is ideal.

3. Sowing Depth:

   • Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and 6–8 inches apart in rows spaced 12 inches apart.

4. Watering:

   • Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

   • Water lightly every 2–3 days in dry weather.

5. Sunlight:

   • Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours/day) for best growth.

6. Germination:

   • Occurs in 7–10 days at temperatures between 15–22°C.

7. Fertilization:

   • Apply balanced organic fertilizer 2–3 weeks after sowing.

8. Harvest:

   • Ready to harvest in 45–60 days after planting.

   • Harvest when bulbs reach 5–7 cm diameter for the sweetest flavor.

Sowing Months:

• Pakistan / Warm Regions: October – February 

• Cool Regions: March – April

Benefits:

 Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants
 Strengthens the immune system
 Low-calorie and heart-healthy vegetable
 Easy to grow in home gardens
 Suitable for both raw and cooked dishes