Broccoli
How to grow broccoli
Growing broccoli can be a bit tedious if you don’t know how to care for them. One important thing to know is that broccoli is a cold crop, and as such will flower when the temperatures are very high.
At the time of sowing, it’s recommended to do it indoors, and use two or three seeds per module. We then move the plant outside after five weeks or when it’s 6 inches/15cm tall. Clumps of seedlings should be thinned out as necessary, pulling excess seedlings out carefully, leaving only the stronger stems for the module.
As this plant will flower when temperatures are high, we need to use high-quality compost to promote growth as soon as possible.
Broccoli needs to be collected when the buds of the head are firm and tight, just before the heads flower. When they are ready to pick, cut the main head off and leave the rest of the plant, as it will develop smaller shoots that are also editable.
Broccoli can be frozen and stored for up to 6 months.
Sowing
March to June
Light
Full Sun
Soil
Good drainage
Watering
Constantly moist
Harvesting
3 to 4 Months
Tips
- Add woodchips to keep the soil moist longer
- Broccoli plants will produce more than one harvest, so don't cut it down after the first one!
- It’s recommended to cover the plants with a floating row cover to prevent cabbage moth
Frequently Asked Questions
Covering them with fleece or netting is the most efficient solution. Scarecrows can also work as a short term solution.
The best way to store broccoli is by freezing it. For that, we need to cut it into smaller pieces and boil for one minute. Drain all the water and carefully dry them out.
It’s recommended to use an airtight bag for freezing.