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Kohlrabi

Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes, Brassicaceae

Zones
2a–10b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Chinese BroccoliBrassica oleracea var. alboglabra
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
Date PlumDiospyros lotus
Pest Deterrent
Iceberg LettuceLactuca sativa Iceberg
Shade ProvisionPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Garden StrawberryFragaria x ananassa

Brassica residues in soil can inhibit strawberry growth through allelopathic compounds including glucosinolates

CauliflowerBrassica oleracea var. botrytis

Different brassica varieties compete for similar nutrients and can attract the same pests when grown together

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

RootsLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Kohlrabi grow in?

Kohlrabi grows in USDA hardiness zones 2a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Kohlrabi?

Good companions for Kohlrabi include Chinese Broccoli, Date Plum, Iceberg Lettuce.

Design guilds with Kohlrabi and see companion relationships visually.

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