Broccoli Seeds – Waltham 29

nutritious harvests. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Cool-Season Favorite: Performs best in fall but also works well in spring gardens. Tight Heads: Compact, dome-shaped heads with rich green color and dense florets. Side Shoots Galore: After the main head is harvested, plants continue to produce tasty side shoots. Flavorful & Nutritious: Mild, slightly sweet flavor packed with vitamins. Plant Characteristics Height: 18–24 inches Growth Habit: Upright with sturdy stems and branching side-shoots Head Type: Medium-sized, dome-shaped heads followed by smaller side shoots Days to Maturity: 70–85 days Hardiness: Cool-season biennial grown as an annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild and slightly sweet with tender, compact florets Culinary Uses: Great for steaming, roasting, stir-fries, casseroles, and freezing for later use Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Beets, onions, celery, and chamomile Avoid Planting Near: Tomatoes, strawberries, and pole beans Bonus Benefit: A cool-weather crop that helps extend your harvest season Common Issues and Solutions Buttoning (Small Heads): Avoid stress — plant early or late in the season and maintain even moisture Aphids or Cabbage Worms: Use row covers or natural predators like ladybugs and parasitic wasps Yellowing Leaves: Apply balanced fertilizer and ensure proper drainage Seeds Per Packet 500mg Approximately 160 2g Approximately 640