Description

'Waltham 29' broccoli is a reliable, cold-tolerant variety with 4″-6″ blue-green heads that are perfect for both raw and cooked dishes. Known for its prolific side shoots, this variety is ideal for gardeners looking for a consistent harvest throughout the growing season. The leaves, florets, and stems are packed with essential nutrients, including vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and iron, making it a healthy addition to any meal. 'Waltham 29' is well-suited for containers and is perfect for those wanting to freeze broccoli for later use. It's a great choice for families, especially kids who will enjoy the “little trees” on their plate.

This packet sows up to 320 feet. 480 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
Days to Maturity: 75 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 20″–24″, compact
Variety Information: Plants produce a medium-sized, 4″–6″ main head followed by smaller 1″ side shoots.
Attributes: Good for Containers

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: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside after your average last frost date, or 12 weeks before your average first fall frost date. In mild climates, sow in fall for harvest in late winter and early spring. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–85°?, cooler (60°F) growing temperatures thereafter.
Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
Seed Depth: 1/8″
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 – 4 seeds every 24″
Row Spacing: 24″–36″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 24″

Growing Info:

Harvesting: Harvest when florets are enlarged but still closed. This will encourage large numbers of side florets.