BABY BROCCOLI Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
- A tender, mild-flavored broccoli variety, ideal for early harvests with small, nutrient-packed florets.
- Produces compact, tender heads that are perfect for fresh eating, stir-fries, or steaming.
- Rich in vitamins C and K, as well as folate, fiber, and antioxidants, promoting immune function and digestive health.
- Cold-hardy, making it an excellent choice for spring and fall gardens, with improved flavor when harvested after frost.
- Fast-growing, with a quick maturity rate, allowing for multiple harvests in a single growing season.
- Resistant to common pests, ensuring a healthy crop with minimal maintenance.
- Suitable for container gardening, raised beds, or traditional garden plots, making it ideal for small-space gardening.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual vegetable, growing to 30 – 45 cm in height
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: March – August
- Subtropical: March – September
- Tropical: April – August
- Cool: September – December
- Arid: March – June
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Germination Temperature: 10-25 °C
- Depth: 1 – 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or seed trays for transplanting
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7; enrich with compost
- Spacing: 30 cm between plants and 45 cm between rows
Details:
- Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
- Mulch around plants to help retain moisture and control weed growth.
- Harvest baby broccoli when the florets are tight and tender, usually before they begin to flower.
Harvest:
50 – 70 days after sowing
