Quickstar Hybrid Kohlrabi F1

Quickstar Kohlrabi is a hybrid, kohlrabi variety with an early-maturity and uniform harvests. Unlike some open-pollinated varieties Quickstar Kohlrabi bulbs do not get pithy or tough at larger bulb sizes. Bulbs are pale green, slightly flattened and average 4-5" in diameter at full maturity. The leaves taste similar to kale greens, while the bulbs provide a mild flavor that resembles a combination of turnip and cabbage.

Kohlrabi bulbs grow above the soil and have a pale green exterior with a white flesh. The texture is crunchy and is excellent prepared raw as a slaw or an addition to salads. Shred or slice the bulbs and mix with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper for a quick, delicious treat. They can also be cooked and make a nice, crunchy addition to your favorite vegetable stir-fry. Kohlrabi bulbs can be harvested at about 3" in diameter, or about the size of a tennis ball. They can also be allowed to reach larger sizes for heavier harvests. Excess moisture should be monitored, as this can cause bulbs to split. Bulbs should be peeled before eating as the outside is tough and not palatable.