Broccoli Autumn Green Calabrese Seeds

Broccoli Autumn Green Calabrese (Brassica oleracea) is a robust and reliable variety known for its high yields and excellent flavour.

 

This classic broccoli variety produces large, tight heads of deep green florets, perfect for harvesting in late summer and autumn. The plants grow to a height of 60-90 cm, with sturdy stems and a strong growth habit, making them ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers.

 

Autumn Green Calabrese is renowned for its resilience and versatility, thriving in well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. It is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to extend their broccoli harvest into the cooler months, as it matures in late autumn, often after the main summer crops have finished.

 

The flavour is fresh, mild, and slightly sweet, making it perfect for steaming, stir-frying, roasting, or adding to soups and salads.

 

A hardy and productive choice for gardeners who enjoy homegrown, nutrient-rich vegetables well into the autumn season.

 

Seed Qty: 100

 

Sow: March - May (indoors) or April - June (outdoors)

Germination: 7 - 14 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH

Height: 60 - 90 cm

Harvesting: September - November

Companion Plants: Onions, Carrots, Celery

Avoid Planting With: Strawberries, Tomatoes

Water consistently, ensuring the soil is kept moist but not waterlogged to encourage healthy growth and prevent premature flowering.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds indoors from March to May, in trays or pots of moist, well-drained compost. Transplant seedlings outdoors once they are large enough to handle and after the last frost. Alternatively, sow seeds directly outdoors from April to June in rows, spacing them 30 cm apart. Thin seedlings to 30-45 cm apart for optimal growth.

 

Broccoli Autumn Green Calabrese is an excellent choice for gardeners who want to enjoy fresh, homegrown broccoli in the later part of the season, offering both flavour and nutritional value.