Description
Green Sprouting Broccoli Seeds (Italian Type) 1280. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approx. 200 seeds/pkt (300 seeds/gram)
With a cultivation history of over 2000 years, Green Sprouting Broccoli is a classic garden favourite for a reason. This old Italian variety is surprisingly easy to grow and produces heavy crops of large, solid central heads with numerous medium-sized lateral heads later in the season. A large, vigorous plant that is a highly nutritious and reliable staple for any garden.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable, Open Pollinated
- Features: Easy to grow; produces a large central head and numerous side heads; high in vitamins A & C, folic acid and iron; vigorous plant.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Broccoli matures quickly and grows best in cooler weather, making both early and late crops possible.
Planting: For early crops, start seeds indoors in a soil-less mix from late March to early April. Set out the transplants in late April and early May, spacing them about 45 cm apart in rows 90 cm apart. You can also direct sow outdoors with a 40-50 cm spacing. Germination occurs in 7-10 days.
Care: Fertilizing is essential; use a balanced NPK granular or 20-20-20 water-soluble fertilizer. Keep the area weeded and evenly watered. Broccoli may become top-heavy as the heads form, so staking may be required.
Harvesting: Harvest the main head when the buds are tight and compact, well before flowering. Cut the centre stalk at an angle below the main head and avoid damaging the side shoots. This encourages more heads to develop and will prolong your harvest.
Why Green Sprouting Broccoli Seeds belong in Your Garden
The Green Sprouting is an excellent choice for a productive and low-maintenance garden. Its ease of growth makes it perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, and its high yield of both a main head and numerous side shoots provides a continuous harvest. Furthermore, broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrition, high in vitamins, minerals, and the reputed cancer-fighting compound, sulforaphane. Its long history as a trusted variety ensures a reliable and rewarding harvest year after year.
