Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli is an old English type of broccoli that is planted out mid to late summerand requiresoverwintering to produce floretsthe following spring. Does best inmild climates andwill need protection in onesthat fall below 15 degreesduringthe winter.

100 seeds

PLANTING

Brassicaoleracea

Germination:3-10 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 65-85F.

Seed Sowing Depth:1/4 deep

StartingIndoors:4-6 weeks before the last frost.Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot.Thin to the strongest seedling.Fertilize the seedlings every 7-10 days with a liquid or water-soluble fertilizer, diluted to of the suggested measurement. Transplant a week or two before the last frost. Space 12-18″ apart.Sowin early to mid-summer for fall crops.

Sowing Outdoors:Spring when soil temperature reaches at least 55F. Sow 2-3 seeds every 12-18 apart. Thin to the strongest seedling per space. Sowin midsummer for fall crops. Germination is slower at lower soil temperatures.

Harvest: Pick when heads are tight before flower buds start to open. For varieties that produce side shoots keep picked for a longer production

Tips: Provide Early Purple Sprouting Broccoli with fertile soil,rich in organic matterfrom the very beginning of its growthin the garden.Giveadequate, even moisture for the best growth.Mulching helps retain moisture.