Description
Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli Seeds (Aimers International) 2745. Open Pollinated. Variety originated in UK.
Approx. 125 seeds/pkt (360 seeds/gram)
A classic gourmet delight from the UK, Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli offers an exquisite harvest of many small, beautiful purple florets rather than a single large head. A true testament to patience, this unique variety provides a long and rewarding harvest of delicious young leaves, shoots, and florets that are perfect raw or sautéed.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Open Pollinated, Gourmet Vegetable
- Matures in: 120+ days
- Features: Produces many small purple florets; long harvest period from side shoots; edible leaves and shoots.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
This winter sprouting broccoli requires a cool period to initiate floret development. For best results, it is best grown in hardiness zone 6 and up.
Planting: Start seed indoors in a sterile growing medium in mid-spring. Transplant to a sunny spot from late May through early July, spacing plants 45 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart. Plant seeds 6 mm deep and 7.5 cm apart before thinning.
Care: Ensure the soil is kept evenly watered. For floret development, the plants need about 6 weeks of temperatures around 10°C. Once the central floret forms, harvest it immediately to promote the development of numerous side shoots, which will extend your harvest.
Why Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli Seeds belong in Your Garden
For the gardener who appreciates unique, high-quality vegetables, the Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli is a must-have. Its striking purple florets add a beautiful touch to the garden and a gourmet flair to your dishes. The fact that you get multiple harvests of both florets and tender shoots over a long period makes this a highly rewarding crop. Its unique texture and flavour make it a versatile ingredient perfect for salads, stir-fries, and steaming.
