Broccoli
Vegetables
Intermediate
Annual

Broccoli

Brassica oleracea var. italica

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About Plant: Broccoli

A cool-season powerhouse packed with vitamins. Rewards attentive gardeners with impressive heads and weeks of bonus side shoots.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun (6+ hrs)
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, moist, well-drained (6.0–7.0)
Spacing18–24 inches
Height18–30 inches
Time to Harvest60-90
Planting Depth0.25–0.5 inches
Germination Time5–10 days

Expert Growing Tips

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. After main head, leave plant for weeks of side shoots.