Organic 'Green Sprouting' Broccoli

Organic 'Green Sprouting' broccoli (Brassica oleracea), offered by the seed company Aimers

This heirloom broccoli variety forms large, vigorous plants producing a beautiful blue-green central head, followed by numerous side shoots. The dense foliage supports a bountiful harvest, while the flavor is mild and pleasant, ideal for eating fresh or cooked. Adapted to cool-season cultivation, this broccoli is known for its reliability and nutritional value.

Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing
Plant height: 60 to 80 cm
Package size: Approximately 200 seeds
Harvest time: Approximately 75 days
Frost tolerance: Frost resistant
Companion plants: Beets, lettuce, onions
Incompatible plants: Other brassicas planted too close together

Planting and maintenance:
Start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring, then transplant outdoors when conditions are favorable, into deep, rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Space the plants to allow for good growth and maintain consistent moisture. Harvest the main bud when it is tightly packed, then allow the side shoots to develop to extend the harvest period.