{"product_id":"ga-brocoli-belstar-f1-bio","title":"Organic 'Belstar F1' Broccoli","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"294\"\u003e Organic 'Belstar F1' broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) from the seed company Gaia, a heat-tolerant and very uniform hybrid variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e'Belstar F1' broccoli develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"373\"\u003evigorous, well-structured plants\u003c\/strong\u003e , producing \u003cstrong data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"432\"\u003elarge, tightly packed central heads\u003c\/strong\u003e of a uniform, \u003cstrong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"455\"\u003edeep green\u003c\/strong\u003e . The florets typically reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"528\"\u003e15 to 20 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and weigh an average \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eof around 700 g\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"603\"\u003efine, dense texture\u003c\/strong\u003e highly prized in cooking. The plant maintains excellent performance even when temperatures rise, ensuring consistent production over a long period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eSelected by \u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eBejo Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , this hybrid variety is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eheat tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it suitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"949\"\u003espring, summer, and autumn cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eextended harvest window\u003c\/strong\u003e of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e10 to 14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e offers great flexibility to the gardener. 'Belstar F1' broccoli also exhibits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003egood resistance to downy mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eFusarium wilt\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eFusarium yellows\u003c\/strong\u003e , ensuring reliable and consistently high-quality harvests. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eflowers are edible\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding an extra culinary interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alliums, Lettuce, Brassicaceae (except mustard), Oregano, Bush beans, Celery, Rosemary\u003cbr data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eNefarious plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagus, Solanaceae, Strawberry, Mustard, Climbing bean\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eSpread\/Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, robust\u003cbr data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 to 70 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid variety, heat tolerant, wide harvest window, disease resistant, edible flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003cbr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, tender florets, mild flavor \u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003e Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve germination. Start the seeds indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e4 to 6 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e , then transplant outdoors once \u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003eall risk of significant frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003ea depth of 0.6 to 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e45 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003e60 to 90 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003erich, moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eBroccoli prefers full \u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003esun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003emoderate watering (level 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Consistent moisture promotes the formation of tight heads and reduces heat stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003e Harvest when the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003ebuds are well-formed and still tightly packed\u003c\/strong\u003e , before the flower buds begin to open. Check frequently, as the buds can loosen quickly in warm weather. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003eCool immediately after harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve quality. Store at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003e0°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003e1 to 2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"2986\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003e • Fresh steamed or sautéed broccoli\u003cbr data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003e • Oven-roasted florets\u003cbr data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3053\"\u003e • Soups and broths\u003cbr data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003e • Use of edible flowers \u003cbr data-start=\"3111\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003e• Harvests spread over several seasons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3471\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The 'Belstar F1' broccoli stands out for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003eremarkable stability\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3258\"\u003eheat tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003econsistent head quality\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a reliable variety for successive harvests from spring to autumn. 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