Kohlrabi is one of the best brassicas, IMHO, and it is generally easy to grow. But when it grows tall and skinny instead of bulbing up, that’s a problem.
Christy shares the reasons why this problem happens and what you can do to prevent it in the future. Let’s dive into this alien vegetable and how to grow it.
Why Is My Kohlrabi Skinny?
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Resources
Find more info on Kohlrabi and some great recipes here
The alien vegetable is a brassica, which means it is susceptible to cabbage moths and worms. Learn more about how to keep them at bay here
Find seeds from these trusted affiliates:
- Botanical Interests – Purple Vienna
- High Mowing Seeds – Trero (green)
- True Leaf Market – has a variety of options, both open pollinated and hybrid here

Plan to grow this alien vegetable in your next cool season. It’s worth growing from seed indoors or ordering from your local nursery as seedlings. Either way, enjoy the harvest when the time comes. It’s delicious.
