Romanesco Broccoli Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Romanesco Broccoli is a cool season variety known for its distinctive spiral patterned heads and firm texture. It develops upright plants suitable for garden beds and raised beds, producing a central head under favorable conditions. This variety adapts well to cool to moderate climates and performs best in full sun with consistently moist, well drained soil. It is typically grown during the cooler growing seasons for steady head development.

Features

• Produces unique spiral patterned central heads
• Upright growth suitable for garden beds and raised beds
• Adaptable to cool and moderate climates
• Suitable for structured garden planting
• Performs best in full sunlight conditions

Specifications

• Scientific name: Brassica oleracea var italica
• Common name (US): Broccoli
• Seed type / variety: Romanesco
• Growth habit: Annual upright
• USDA zones: 3 to 10
• Planting season: Spring and fall
• Growing season: Spring to early summer and fall
• Sowing Season: Spring March to May Fall September to October
• Germination time and conditions: 5 to 10 days in cool soil 10 to 20 C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well drained fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering needs: Moderate keep soil consistently moist
• Mature plant size: 60 to 90 cm height 45 to 60 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 30 to 45 cm apart