Broccoli Calabrese – Stromboli F1

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A vigorous F1 hybrid variety, not prone to blindness when autumn sown and delivering excellent quality main heads with good side shoot production after main harvest.   Can be spring or autumn sown.

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Broccoli Calabrese – Stromboli F1

A vigorous F1 hybrid variety, not prone to blindness when autumn sown and delivering excellent quality main heads with good side shoot production after main harvest.   Can be spring or autumn sown.

Cultivation advice Broccoli Calabrese – Stromboli F1

Type:  Hardy Annual

Time to Germinate: 7-10 Days

Temperature Required: 12°c +

Days to Maturity: 55-70 Days

Light: Full Sun

  • Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
  • Spacing, Row: 24-36 inches
  • Spacing, Plant: 18-24 inches
  • Sow directly into the garden or trays. Cover seeds with 1/8 inch of fine soil. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
  • Space plants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows spaced 2 to 3 feet apart depending upon available room.
  • Thin or transplant seedlings when 2 inches tall.
  • Broccoli grows best in a mostly sunny location during the cooler parts of the growing season. Prefers fairly rich soil kept fairly moist. Side shoots can be harvested after cutting main head.