Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Green Sprouting Calabrese is a cool season broccoli variety grown for its green central heads and multiple side shoots. It develops upright branching growth and is suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and containers. The plant performs best in full sun with fertile, well drained soil and consistent moisture.

Features

• Produces green broccoli heads
• Develops multiple side shoots
• Upright branching growth habit
• Cool season vegetable crop
• Suitable for home gardens and raised beds
• Suitable for container planting
• Grows well in full sun
• Prefers fertile, well drained soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
• Common Name (US): Broccoli
• Seed Type / Variety: Green Sprouting Calabrese
• Growth Habit: Upright branching annual
• USDA Zones: 3 to 10
• Planting Season: Early spring or late summer
• Growing Season: Spring and fall
• Sowing Season: Spring or late summer
• Sowing Months: February to April, July to September
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 18 to 24°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 45 to 75 cm height, 45 to 60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 45 to 60 cm