Knol Khol, also known as Noolkol in Tamil, Ganth Gobhi in Hindi, and Navil Kosu in Kannada, is a nutritious cool-season vegetable grown for its swollen stem base. It has a mild, slightly sweet taste and crisp texture, making it ideal for poriyal, curry, sabzi, and salads. This variety grows well across India during cooler months and is suitable for home gardens and farms.
How to Sow
Start seeds in a nursery tray or bed and transplant healthy seedlings after 25 to 30 days. Use well-drained soil with good sunlight and maintain 1 to 1.5 feet spacing between plants.
Harvest Timeline
Seeds germinate in 5 to 10 days. Bulbs are ready for harvest in 55 to 75 days. Harvest when the base is firm, round, and still tender.