2026 Kohlrabi Purple Delicacy Vegetable Seeds Packet

Shipping Winter 2025

$2.35

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Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes) might not be the first vegetable that comes to mind, but the Purple Delicacy variety will have you wondering why it’s been overlooked for so long. With its striking violet skin, crisp texture, and mildly sweet flavor, this otherworldly bulb is as eye-catching as it is tasty. A proud member of the Brassica family—which includes garden staples like broccoli, cabbage, and kale—Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea, Gongylodes group) delivers a refreshing crunch and a flavor that lands somewhere between a mild radish and a sweet broccoli stem.

Purple Delicacy truly lives up to its name, standing out as a colorful and flavorful gem among root vegetables. Whether you're a foodie looking for your next culinary experiment, a health-conscious gardener in search of nutrient-rich crops, or simply eager to grow something a little different, this unique veggie is a perfect addition to your garden lineup.

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2025
Quick Seed Overview

  • Plant Type: Biennial (grown as an annual)
  • Genus: Brassica
  • Species: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes
  • Plant Height/Width: 12-18 inches tall / 6-12 inches wide
  • Season: Spring, Fall
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Difficulty: Easy

SKU: SEKOHL
Barcode: 843458165132

Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Keep soil consistently moist and evenly fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Harvest when bulbs are 2–3 inches wide—wait too long, and they turn woody and bitter.

Pro Tip

Keep soil consistently moist and evenly fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Harvest when bulbs are 2–3 inches wide—wait too long, and they turn woody and bitter.

Getting to know your Kohlrabi Purple Delicacy

Kohlrabi Purple Delicacy might be the oddest-looking thing in your garden—and it knows it. With a plump, alien-like bulb sitting above ground and antenna-esque stems shooting out in all directions, this veggie looks like it landed from another planet. But don’t let its funky appearance fool you—Purple Delicacy is all charm and flavor underneath that space-suit exterior.

In the garden, Kohlrabi Purple Delicacy is as reliable as your favorite pair of jeans. It matures quickly—often in under two months—and doesn’t require much space, making it perfect for small plots or container growing. It prefers cool weather, so plant it in spring or fall for best results. Full sun is ideal, but it can tolerate light shade and still perform like a pro.

One of its most appealing traits? It doesn’t take itself too seriously. This is the vegetable equivalent of a quirky friend who’s always game for an adventure and never complains. Whether you're harvesting golf ball-sized bulbs for tender raw slices or letting them grow larger for cooking, Kohlrabi Purple Delicacy is dependable, versatile, and full of personality.

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