BROCCOLI Health Plus The health studies are in and Broccoli is near the top of most lists of beneficial vegetables in the diet. Nutritious raw or cooked. This improved variety is early to mid maturing with medium to large dark green tight domes. Approximately 70 days to maturity. Special Directions for Short Season Climates SOWING: Start seed indoors from early spring in pots or sow directly into the garden after danger of serious frost has passed. Cover seed with 1/8 inch of fine soil. SPACING: Space plants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows spaced 2 to 3 feet apart depending upon available room. THINNING & TRANSPLANTING: Thin or transplant seedlings when 2 inches tall. Transplant indoor seedling after hardening off and danger of serious frost has passed. GERMINATION: 7 to 10 days. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. Ed's Special Advice Broccoli grows best in a mostly sunny location during the cooler parts of the growing season. Prefers fairly rich soil kept somewhat moist. Cut the main head when buds are still tight. Continue to harvest side shoots for small heads ideal for salads or stirfry. Broccoli can be sown mid to late summer for a fall or winter crop in mild weather areas. Return to:  Seed Rack   Visual Seed Rack