Fothergill's Broccoli Calabrese Green Calabrese Seeds

Details:

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea botrytis, a traditional spring-sowing variety named after the Calabria region of Italy.
• Dual Harvest: Features a large central head reaching up to 20cm (8in) in diameter; once harvested, the plant continues to produce smaller, tender side shoots.
• Growth Habit: Reaches a sturdy height of 60–90cm (24–36in) with broad, dark green foliage and thick, succulent stalks.
• Hardy Performance: Specifically resilient to the British climate, making it a dependable choice for both traditional vegetable plots and allotments.
• Versatile Growing: While it thrives in full sun and fertile soil, its compact nature allows it to be successfully grown in containers for smaller spaces.
• Culinary Excellence: Favoured for its tender texture, it is ideal for steaming, stir-frying, or serving raw in salads.

Care Instructions:

• Sowing: A spring-sowing variety; for best results, sow in well-drained, fertile soil in a position that receives full sun.
• Soil Preparation: Ensure the ground is firm and well-nourished to support the development of the heavy central heads.
• Maintenance: Keep plants well-watered during dry periods and protect from common garden pests like cabbage white butterflies.
• Harvesting: Cut the main central head first to stimulate the growth of the surrounding side shoots for an extended picking season.