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Broccoli Green Sprouting Seeds
Info: Broccoli Green Sprouting is a heirloom variety, that has been introduced to the seed trade between 1914-1918 and has remained very popular with gardeners ever since. The plants grow erect and leafy: 75-90cm (30 to 36in) in height and are very disease resistant, very hardy and very prolific producers of large dark green heads. Matures from early August over long period.
Sowing & Cultivation: Broccoli is easy to grow; for early production, sow in March (1/2 inch deep) for planting April to harvest in November. For sowing outdoors, sow April to mid June for harvesting January to May. Broccoli is more cold-resistant than cauliflower. Broccoli grows best in partial-shade, in firm, fertile, free-draining but water-retentive soil. Avoid shallow, sandy soils, and exposed sites. Place the young plants at a minimum distance of 60 cm. Sprouting broccoli can be harvested when the flower shoots are well developed but before the flowers have actually opened. Cut the central spear with a sharp knife first as this encourages the side shoots to develop quickly. Regular picking extends cropping time.
Botanical name | Brassica olearacea |
Content | 50 seeds |
Sowing | Feb/Mar indoors, April to may outdoors |
Location | half-shady position, nutrient rich soil |
Germination temperature | 15-18°C |
Germination | 7-12 days |
Harvesting | before flowering (late autumn to early spring) |
Lifespan | biennial |
Height | 75-90 cm |