Unwins Kohl Rabi Azure Star Seeds

Almost fill a seed tray with moist seed compost. Sow seeds thinly over the surface, and lightly cover with a little more compost. Place in the warmth 10-15°C and keep moist. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings 5cm apart to trays of potting compost. Gradually accustom them to conditions outside 2-3 weeks before planting out to their cropping positions 20cm apart from late spring onwards.

Sow seeds thinly in a shallow, short pre-watered row. Lightly cover with a little soil. Keep soil moist until seedlings are established, then thin to 2cm apart.

When the seedlings have produced about four true leaves, transplant them to their cropping positions, allowing about 20cm between plants and 30cm between rows.

Harvest young, when no bigger than a tennis ball, for the best texture and flavour. Sow successional batches to extend the cropping season. Water well in dry spells. Use netting or fleece to protect against cabbage root fly.