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Broccoli - Summer Green

Broccoli - Summer Green
  • Broccoli - Summer Green
YATES
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NZ$ 6.80 including GST
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Information

An excellent hot weather variety that can be planted for summer picking. Produces good sized main heads and also grows side shoots. Attractive colour and fine flavour.

Features

  • Strong side shoots
  • Thrives in heat
  • Fast growing

Product details

Plant space

40cm

Sow depth

6mm

Germination

6-10 days

Germination (days)

8 days

Row space

40cm

Maturity

10 weeks

Maturity (days)

70 days

Botanical name

Brassica oleracea var. Italica

How

For best results raise in trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and keep moist. Transplant when about 7cm high.

Care

Choose a sunny, well drained position. Add Thrive Granular All Purpose Fertiliser for best results. Protect from snails with Yates Blitzem. Cut the central head for harvest just before flowers open. Plant in a different position each year to avoid soil-borne diseases.

Hint

Great companion plant for Beans, beets, tomatoes, cucumber and potatoes.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.