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Ferry-Morse

Green Sprouting Calabrese

Broccoli

Brassica oleracea var. italica

HeirloomOrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic

About (From this Label)

Broccoli Green Sprouting Calabrese has a dark green, close-beaded central head that is high in vitamins. The large head also furnishes an abundance of side shoots. This cool-weather vegetable is low in calories.

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Origin
Italy
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Germination
10–14 days
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Days to Maturity
70–90 days

How to Plant

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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
1/2 in
Seed Spacing
2 ft
Row Spacing
3 ft
Thin To
2 ft

Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last killing frost in spring. Or, sow 2-3 seeds together outdoors every 2 feet. Thin to 1 plant every 2 feet when 1 inch tall. Keep watered and fertilized. Cut before buds open for best harvest.

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