Purple Broccoli

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Discover the vibrant and nutritious broccoli plant, a perfect addition to your home garden. Renowned for its stunning colour and high yield, this broccoli plant for sale by AcquaGarden is ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to enhance their vegetable garden.

Key Features

  • Variety: Distinctive purple broccoli adds a splash of colour to your garden.
  • High Yield: Produces multiple harvests throughout the growing season.
  • Disease-Resistant: Robust and resilient, ensuring healthy growth.
  • Optimal Growth Conditions: Thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight.
  • Culinary Versatility: Perfect for steaming, stir-fries, roasting, and salads.

Planting and Care

  1. Choose the Right Location: Select a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
  2. Planting: Sow seeds or transplant seedlings 18-24 inches apart.
  3. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  4. Maintenance: Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.
  5. Harvesting: Pick the heads when they are tightly packed and before the buds start to flower for the best flavour.

Benefits

  • Nutritional Powerhouse: Rich in vitamins C and K, fibre, and antioxidants.
  • Garden Aesthetics: Adds visual appeal with its unique colour and structure.
  • Sustainable Choice: Supports eco-friendly gardening practices with resilient growth.

Elevate your gardening experience with AcquaGarden’s high-quality broccoli plant. For more options, explore our Broccoli Plants and Vegetable Plants collections.

Care Information

Sunlight Full sun to light shade
Position Sheltered
Soil Well-drained, fertile soil
Planting Time April to May
Moisture Medium
Hardiness Reasonably hardy
Growth Rate Medium
Spacing 30cm
Height and Spread 90cm x 60cm
Annual or Perennial Annual
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for broccoli plants?

Broccoli thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during head formation.

When should I harvest broccoli?

Harvest broccoli when the heads are firm and tight, typically 70-100 days after planting. Cut the central head before flowers begin to open.

How do I care for broccoli plants?

Water regularly, mulch to retain moisture, and fertilise every few weeks. After harvesting the central head, side shoots will grow for a continued harvest.

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