Broccoli 'Waltham' (Organic)
Brassica oleracea
S049
First grown in Waltham, Massachusetts, this popular farmers market variety forms large heads of lovely long stalks. The side-shoots can be picked for up to 3 months, with a harvest of more than 1kg per plant. Freezes well or use fresh from the garden.
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First grown in Waltham,Massachusetts, this popular Farmers' Market variety forms large heads. Pick side shoots for up to 3 months. Yields more than 1kg per plant.
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First grown in Waltham,Massachusetts, this popular Farmers' Market variety forms large heads. Pick side shoots for up to 3 months. Yields more than 1kg per plant.How to grow
Preferring a slightly alkaline soil, like other members of the cabbage family, broccoli is easy to grow, and if you plant the sprouting varieties, they can be continually harvested for up to 3 months. Prepare the ground with plenty of well rotted manure or compost. Always pick the central head first, this will encourage the prolific growth of side shoots. Pick these shoots regularly and do not allow it to flower, as this will stop production of new shoots. In windy gardens the plants might need to be staked as they become top heavy.
Growing information
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Seed sowing
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Seed count:
90
Sow method:
Sow in punnets
Germination:
85
Sow distance:
40cm
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Seed sowing times
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Cool:
Jan-Dec
Warm:
Mar-Aug
Hot:
Feb-Jul
Sub-tropical:
Apr-Jul
Tropical:
May-Jul
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| Growing needs |
Light:
Full Sun
Water:
Regular watering
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Plant characteristics
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Type:
Hardy Biennial
Height:
60cm
Width:
40cm
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