Organic Broccoli 'De Cicco'

Latin name Brassica oleracea var. italica
Quantity per packet About 150 seeds
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Bulb
identification
Latin nameBrassica oleracea var. italica
FamilyBrassicaceae
CycleAnnual
Bulb typeVegetable
Quantity per packAbout 150 seeds
Product
description

Organic 'De Cicco' broccoli is an old Italian variety cherished for its generosity and remarkable ability to extend harvests. In the garden, Brassica oleracea var. italica develops a compact central head of a beautiful bluish-green, followed by numerous side shoots that allow for continuous harvesting over weeks. This progressive abundance brings a lively dynamic to the garden, where each harvest seems to call for another. Highly prized for its tenderness and mild, slightly sweet flavor, it is suitable for steaming, stir-fries, soups, or freezing. Grown in spring or autumn, it prefers cool temperatures that promote tight and flavorful florets. In fertile, moist, and well-drained soil, with good sun exposure, it performs well even for less experienced gardeners. Its vigorous habit beautifully structures the vegetable garden, while contributing to a nourishing and regular harvest. It is a reliable, heritage, and productive broccoli, perfect for those seeking both culinary quality and continuity in the garden.

Garden
placement
Where to plant Steamed, stir-fried, soup, freezing, food garden
Planting
and care
ExposureSun
Planting periodApril to June
Planting depth1 to 2 cm (0.4 to 0.8 in)
Rooting temperature18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F)
WateringRegular
Soil typeRich, fresh and well-drained
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Bloom periodSummer
Harvest50 to 85 days after sowing
Companion plantsCarrots, beets, spinach
Plants to avoidStrawberries, tomatoes
Size
and growth
Height24 to 30 inches (60 to 75 cm)
Spread45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in)
Rooting / establishment7 to 14 days
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