Brassica oleracea
Brassica oleracea
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This cool-season vegetable produces large, deep-green heads with tightly packed florets, delivering a delicious taste that elevates culinary creations. Known for its adaptability and consistent yields, Waltham broccoli is a reliable choice for gardeners looking to enjoy fresh, homegrown vegetables throughout the cooler parts of the growing season.
The flavorful florets are a versatile addition to the kitchen and can be enjoyed fresh in salads, added to stir-fries and soups, roasted as a side dish, or lightly steamed. After the main head is harvested, plants can continue producing smaller side shoots, helping extend the harvest and providing even more fresh broccoli to enjoy.
A classic choice for vegetable gardens, Waltham broccoli combines reliable growth with a productive harvest of flavorful, deep-green florets. Grow this heirloom variety for a hearty and satisfying harvest that brings fresh flavor from your garden to your kitchen.
Sku: 7111
Common Name: Broccoli
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
Full Sun
10 - 15 Days
85 - 92 Days
12"+
24 - 30"
Moist (2 in / week)
Annual
Vegetable
Spring|Summer|Fall
Summer|Fall
Characteristics: Attracts butterflies, moths, and pollinators
Color: Green
Fill Weight (grams): 1.6 g
Approximate Seed Count: 500 - 515
Flavor: A robust, slightly earthy flavor with a touch of sweetness
Preparation Ideas: Perfect for salads, steaming, or stir-fries.
Landscape Use: Edible Gardern
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. 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.
Planting Depth: 0.5"
Seed Spacing: Sow Broccoli seeds roughly 1.5" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 3' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Broccoli is a good producer again when planted in summer for fall harvest. For a low calorie side dish, try broccoli with lemon juice - it's delicious!
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Overall rating: 4.818182 / 5 from 11 reviews.
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"I received the seeds from Ferry Morse for free in exchange for this review. The instructions are very clear as shown in the back. Unfortunately there's no growth at all after about a month. I guess they died in the unexpected March heat wave in LA or the seeds were eaten by squirrels'"
"It's too early for me to start these seeds as I live in the July-December planting range, but I appreciate the amount of seeds I've received in the package, and the other seed packages I've received are promising"
"SO excited! Planted these 2 weeks ago and the sprouts are coming up! I did a couple seeds per area. Very easy to plant and grow. Maintaining is easy. I can't wait to see how they turn out"
"So excited to get these planted! This is my first garden and these little packets come with so many seeds! Definitely worth it. Can’t wait to get my fresh vegetables straight from my own garden"
"The Ferry Morse Waltham Broccoli seed germination rate was exceptional with nearly all the seeds I planted producing a seedling. I do have these in a covered garden bed in full shade and they are doing well."
"I love how on the back of the packaging it states when to start planning based off your location in the united states. This is great for beginners like me to gardening!"
"Showing some sprouting and i can't wait to try it out. I do not have much of a green thumb but this was easy to grow. I leave it on my front porch and it gets lots of sunshine."
"The seeds arrived and were planted and are growing quickly. They were in sturdy packets. I’m anxious to see how well they grow & how much they produce once they start growing bigger. Good amount of seeds in package."
"The seedlings has started to sprout. I am excited to sink my teeth in these yummy broccoli. The packaging is desirable and the back of the packaging has planting instructions along with a timeline to anticipate how long until harvest."
"Haven’t grown broccoli yet but the packaging of the seeds is cute! The value is pretty nice for how much seeds you get! And i can not wait to grow the broccoli."
