{"product_id":"250-broccoli-seeds-garden-vegetable","title":"250 Broccoli Seeds – Garden Vegetable","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow broccoli for dense green heads and productive side shoots during the cool part of the growing season. Broccoli performs best when plants mature before prolonged summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 250 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool-season vegetable for spring and fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for garden beds and raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain heads followed by side-shoot harvests on many plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne packet containing approximately 250 broccoli seeds. Seeds only; seedlings and harvested vegetables are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting, or direct sow when soil is workable and cool. For fall crops, sow early enough for plants to mature before severe freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSowing and Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant about 1\/4 inch deep and keep at approximately 60–75°F. Germination commonly takes 5–10 days. Provide strong light immediately after seedlings emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpacing and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransplant or thin to 18–24 inches apart. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Mulch can moderate soil temperature and reduce water stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrassica oleracea var. italica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLife cycle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBiennial grown as an annual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSun\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical germination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical harvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 60–90 days, depending on season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowing zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrow as a cool-season annual in all USDA zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHarvest and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut the main head while buds remain tight and before yellow flowers open. Leave the plant in place for smaller side shoots when conditions remain cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan broccoli tolerate frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstablished plants tolerate light frost, but hard freezes can damage heads and young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy did my broccoli flower early?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat, crowding, transplant stress and inconsistent watering can trigger premature bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this certified organic or non-GMO seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo organic, heirloom or non-GMO certification is claimed on this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed counts and maturity times are approximate. Head size and harvest timing vary with temperature, spacing and soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51315632406775,"sku":"xhm1792004109750","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/3900\/7735\/files\/250-broccoli-seeds-garden-vegetable_1.jpg?v=1792004114","url":"https:\/\/gemstonewear.shop\/products\/250-broccoli-seeds-garden-vegetable","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}