| Common Name | Broccoli |
|---|---|
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet, Tender |
| Fruit Size | 6" - 8" diameter |
| Growing Conditions | Heat Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Harvest Advantages | Freezing, Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible |
| Plant Height | 16" - 18" |
| Planting Season | Spring, Summer |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary |
Imperial
Broccoli
Starting at $3.50
This unique variety produces fancy quality in warm weather. In fact, it needs warm weather to make good dense heads. Good for spring, summer and early fall crops (and in winter in the south). If you think your conditions are too warm to grow broccoli, give Imperial a try.
| Days to Maturity | 71 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 12" - 16" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Row Spacing | 16" - 24" |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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They only grew 4 inches…still there.