Kohl Rabi : Purple Danube F1
Vegetable
Description
In recent RHS trials, as well as our own, Purple Danube was voted the best deep purple variety available.
Its outstanding sweet flavour and colour will brighten any dish.
Ideal eaten raw in a salad or even peeled like an apple, as well as cooked.
Stands for a long time without going woody.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to June, at 4 week intervals. |
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| Sowing depth: | 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. |
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Sow thinly.
Growing Instructions
Thin seedlings to 10-15cm (4-6in) apart.
Keep moist and cool to prevent running to seed.
Aftercare Instructions
Harvest when roots reach at least golf ball.
Pick regularly to avoid a woody texture developing.
Best used in successive sowings, 3 to 4 weeks apart.
Kitchen Notes
Serving Suggestion: Fry lightly in batter or breadcrumbs for Kohl Rabi fritters!
