Broccoli

Chief Hybrid Broccoli offers compact, vibrant green heads with excellent flavor and texture. Robust and reliable, it matures quickly, making it a favorite among gardeners for healthy harvests.

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica

Brief Description: Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable belonging to the cruciferous family, known for its distinctive green flower heads and high levels of vitamins and minerals.

Growing Instructios

• Growing Zones: Suitable for Zone 5 and related temperate regions.

• Planting Time: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or direct sow in the garden after the last frost.

• Sun Requirements: Requires full sun, ideally 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Soil Preparation/Fertilizing: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Incorporate compost and a balanced fertilizer before planting.

• Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart to allow for proper growth.

• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, particularly as heads are forming, without waterlogging the soil.

• Days to Harvest: Typically 70-100 days from sowing to harvest, depending on the variety.

• Harvest: Harvest when heads are firm and tight, cutting them off with a sharp knife, ideally before the flowers begin to open.