Grow Your Own Abundant Broccoli Harvest
Looking for a reliable broccoli plant that delivers exceptional yields and delicious flavor? This broccoli plant is your answer! Expect massive 8-inch heads that withstand heat, ensuring a bountiful harvest even in warmer climates. With such high yields, you’ll have plenty for fresh eating and freezing.
This vigorous plant produces giant heads and plenty of smaller heads from robust side-shoot production. The delicious medium-to-small beads are densely set on domed heads, extending above the foliage for easy harvesting. If you live in a warm area or start your spring crop late, this broccoli is your ideal choice. Prepare for an abundant supply of fresh, tasty broccoli throughout the season.
Gardeners often struggle to consume all the broccoli they grow! A dozen or so plants can feed a family for the entire season. Consider successive plantings or invest in a larger freezer to manage the impressive harvest. This cool-weather crop thrives in spring and fall in most regions, and even in winter in milder climates. Start seeds directly or transplant seedlings with 4 true leaves (about 8 weeks from germination).
Before planting, enrich the soil with nitrogen and balance the pH of heavily alkaline or acidic soils. For spring planting, aim to harvest before temperatures reach 80 degrees to prevent bolting. If planting in the fall, start 10-12 weeks before the first frost. Space seeds or transplants 18 inches apart in rows 2 feet apart. Harvest the central head first to stimulate the growth of numerous side shoots, extending your harvest for several weeks.
Benefits of Growing This Plant:
- Heavy yields of delicious 8-inch heads
- Heat resistance prevents bolting
- Robust side-shoot production for extended harvest
- Easy harvesting due to domed heads extending above foliage
- Suitable for spring, fall, and mild-winter climates
Frequently Asked Questions
- How large do the broccoli heads get? Expect the main heads to reach approximately 8 inches in diameter.
- How much sun does this plant need? This broccoli plant thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- What is the best soil for growing this broccoli? Well-drained soil rich in organic matter is ideal. Amend with compost before planting.
- When is the best time to plant broccoli? Plant in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest, avoiding the hottest part of the summer.
- How often should I water my broccoli plants? Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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