How to Grow- Broccoli

Vegetable:

Broccoli

1. When – Plant in the spring. If you live in a climate with a mild winter, you can also plant in the fall.

2. Where – 6-8 hours of sun. Partial shade if you are in a warm climate to prevent bolting.

3. How – Grow broccoli into seedlings inside about 4-6 weeks before planting. Next plant the seedlings 1.5 feet apart in rows 3 feet apart. Add a thick layer of mulch on top. About 30-45 days after growing outdoors fertilize with 10-10-10.

4. Harvesting – Wait till the broccoli head is fully developed but before the fleurets open on the broccoli. Cut 5 or 6 inches below the broccoli head.

5. Tips – Fertilize with 5-10-10 or 10-10-10. After harvesting the first broccoli head more shoots can appear which will produce more heads. Don’t plant broccoli in the same place 2 years in a row, as they are very sensitive to soil borne diseases.

Type:

Annual

Time to harvest:

50-90 days

Plant Origin:

Italy, dating back more than 2000 years