Description

Botanical Interests' Burgundy broccoli seeds offer a flavorful, purple sprouting variety known for its exceptional tenderness and high antioxidant content. Unlike many purple broccolis, Burgundy is tolerant of a wider range of temperatures, making it ideal for gardeners in diverse climates. While the plant produces a small to moderate main head, its true value lies in the generous side shoots that follow, ensuring a longer harvest season. Burgundy is also resistant to Fusarium yellows, adding an extra layer of disease resilience to your garden.

10 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica (hybrid)
Days to Maturity: 68 – 75 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: Plants are approximately 36″ tall and 24″ wide
Variety Information: 'Burgundy' is a sprouting broccoli, grown for its tender side shoots.
Attributes: Cold Tolerant, Disease Resistant

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 60°–85°F. Also in late summer for fall harvest. Mild Climates: Best sown in fall or winter for cool-season harvest.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Transplant 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 7 – 14 Days
Seed Depth: 1/8″
Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 24″
Row Spacing: 24″ – 36″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 24″

Growing Info:

Harvesting: Harvest when the florets on the main head or shoots are enlarged but are still closed.