{"product_id":"fothergills-broccoli-calabrese-green-calabrese-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Broccoli Calabrese Green Calabrese Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Brassica oleracea botrytis, a traditional spring-sowing variety named after the Calabria region of Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual Harvest:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a large central head reaching up to 20cm (8in) in diameter; once harvested, the plant continues to produce smaller, tender side shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaches a sturdy height of 60–90cm (24–36in) with broad, dark green foliage and thick, succulent stalks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardy Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically resilient to the British climate, making it a dependable choice for both traditional vegetable plots and allotments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile Growing:\u003c\/b\u003e While it thrives in full sun and fertile soil, its compact nature allows it to be successfully grown in containers for smaller spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCulinary Excellence:\u003c\/b\u003e Favoured for its tender texture, it is ideal for steaming, stir-frying, or serving raw in salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing:\u003c\/b\u003e A spring-sowing variety; for best results, sow in well-drained, fertile soil in a position that receives full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil Preparation:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure the ground is firm and well-nourished to support the development of the heavy central heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep plants well-watered during dry periods and protect from common garden pests like cabbage white butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e Cut the main central head first to stimulate the growth of the surrounding side shoots for an extended picking season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57536149586303,"sku":"FTG-47310","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/Fothergill_s_Broccoli_Calabrese_Green_Calabrese_Seeds-2.webp?v=1778838320","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-broccoli-calabrese-green-calabrese-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}