Sow and sow

Because from the tiniest seeds, great – and tasty – things can grow

KOHLRABI This fast-growing hardy vegetable from the brassica family is often compared to turnip, but the flesh is sweeter, with a mild cabbage flavour and a firm, crisp texture. The bulbs can be eaten raw, grated into salads and coleslaws, or they can be lightly steamed, roasted or used in stir-fries. How to… Kohlrabi is one of the first crops to grow in spring. It grows well in sun or partial shade, and enjoys cool, wet conditions. It's best sown in late winter to early spring (or mid to late summer). Start the seeds indoors in modules, as this speeds up the germination. Sow up to three seeds per module, thinning to one, and plant out when the seedlings have at least two true leaves. Protect the seedlings from low…

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The Simple Things (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2025

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