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When to Plant Kohlrabi in Hawaii

Kohlrabi is an unusual brassica that forms a swollen stem above ground with a mild, sweet turnip-like flavor. Both the bulb and tender leaves are edible.

Hawaii spans USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Click your county for exact Kohlrabi planting dates based on your local frost dates.

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Kohlrabi Planting Calendar for Hawaii

โ–ธ Zone 11a ~364 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: January 1 ยท First frost: December 31 ยท 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors December 4 Dec 4 โ€“ Dec 18
Transplant Outdoors January 1 Jan 1 โ€“ Jan 15
Direct Sow December 11 Dec 11 โ€“ Jan 1
Fall Sowing November 5 Nov 5 โ€“ Nov 19
Harvest February 19 Feb 19 โ€“ Mar 26
โ–ธ Zone 11b ~364 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: January 1 ยท First frost: December 31 ยท 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors December 4 Dec 4 โ€“ Dec 18
Transplant Outdoors January 1 Jan 1 โ€“ Jan 15
Direct Sow December 11 Dec 11 โ€“ Jan 1
Fall Sowing November 5 Nov 5 โ€“ Nov 19
Harvest February 19 Feb 19 โ€“ Mar 26

Growing Tips for Hawaii

Direct sow in spring or fall. Harvest when bulbs are 2-3 inches in diameter for best texture and flavor. Larger bulbs may become woody and fibrous.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Kohlrabi in Hawaii?

Planting dates for Kohlrabi in Hawaii depend on your USDA zone. Hawaii spans zones 11a, 11b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Hawaii for planting?

Hawaii contains USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state โ€” northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.