Broccoli (Green Sprouting): Green Sprouting Broccoli, commonly known as broccoli, is a versatile cool-season vegetable celebrated for its tender florets and nutritious stalks. This variety yields large, vibrant green heads with abundant side shoots, ensuring a prolonged harvest period. Renowned for its mild, slightly sweet flavor, broccoli adds depth to various culinary creations, from soups to stir-fries and salads.
Broccoli (Calabrese): Calabrese Broccoli, also known as Italian Green Sprouting Broccoli, is an heirloom variety cherished for its tender florets and robust growth. Characterized by compact, smaller heads compared to other broccoli cultivars, Calabrese broccoli boasts a deep green hue and a crisp texture. With its rich flavor, this broccoli variety is perfect for fresh consumption or incorporating into a wide range of dishes, including roasts, stir-fries, and steamed preparations.
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Broccoli thrives in cool, moist conditions and well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost or aged manure. Plant broccoli in full sun for optimal growth, ensuring adequate spacing to allow air circulation between plants. Maintain consistent soil moisture to promote healthy development, aiming for around 1 inch of water per week.
Monitor for common pests like aphids, cabbage worms, and flea beetles, employing organic pest control methods such as hand-picking or applying neem oil.