Calabrese Green Sprouting

Calabrese Green Sprouting

(Brassica oleracea)

***NEW TO US IN 2021***

Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

Packet Description:

“Italian heirloom brought to America in the 1880s; 5”-8” heads and many side shoots”

Our take:

Broccoli is something that we very much need to work on. Not to hone, but to hammer out anything even resembling skill. Multiple years I have tried different broccolis with no luck.

We have started 12+ plants for this year, we will certainly be trying our hand at a few. Most though, will be given away to local gardeners in hopes others may report back success.

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Planting Instructions

“Sow very early indoors, or direct-seed outdoors 2-4 weeks ahead of last frost date and again in midsummer for fall harvest. Best in cool weather”

Germination: 7-10 days

Plant Spacing: Rows – 24” Plants – 12”

Sun Exposure: Mid-Full

Frost Hardy: YES

Ideal Temps: 60-80F (15.5-26.6C)