• A vibrant green Calabrese broccoli plant with a large, tightly packed head, ready for harvest.
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Broccoli Seeds (Organic) - Calabrese

Slow bolting broccoli that produces over a long season

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Brassica oleracea

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 50 to 70 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 to 30 inches

COLOR

  • Green

Organic Calabrese broccoli is an heirloom variety, and one of the most familiar and popular of the broccoli varieties available today. Calabrese is usually the one you find in your local market! Plant Organic Calabrese broccoli seeds in a sunny spot with properly drained soil. Deep green heads can grow up to 8 inches in diameter.

  • • Heirloom, organic, popular variety
  • • Colder temperatures give it better flavor, simple to grow
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Cool Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 99
1 Ounce 7,000

Planting Guide

View our Broccoli Planting Guide to learn more.

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Broccoli Seeds (Organic) - Calabrese

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Broccoli Seeds (Organic) - Calabrese FAQs

What type of seed is Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli?

Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli is classified as heirloom seed, open pollinated seed, and organic seed.

How big will Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli get?

Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli grows to central head 8 inches in diameter.

What is the flavor profile of Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli?

Calabrese (Organic) Broccoli has a flavor profile described as mildly sweet, earthy, and firm and tender texture.

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