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Can You Grow Kohlrabi in New York?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Kohlrabi thrives in your zone — it is one of the most productive cool-season crops for your climate.

Plant zones

3a–9b

New York last frost

early April

New York first frost

late October

Days to harvest

45–60 days

When to plant Kohlrabis in New York

Start indoors

Mar 3

Transplant

Apr 1

Harvest

May 16 – May 31

Dates are approximate, based on New York's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi looks alien but tastes like a mild, crisp broccoli stem. One of the fastest cool-season crops — ready in 6-8 weeks and handles light frosts like a champion.

Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow. Thin to 6-8 inches. Harvest when bulbs are 2-3 inches diameter — bigger gets woody. Great for fall crops too.

Full kohlrabi growing guide →

Gardening in New York

New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.

See what grows well in New York →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Kohlrabi in New York?

Kohlrabi thrives in your zone — it is one of the most productive cool-season crops for your climate.

What zone is New York?

New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Kohlrabis in New York?

Plant Kohlrabis around early April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest May 16 – May 31.