Di Cicco Broccoli Seeds

Approximately 425 open-pollinated, non-gmo, pesticide-free, and heirloom Broccoli De Cicco seeds (Brassica oleracea) per packet. Forms a compact 3-4 inch central head followed by continual harvests of flavorful side shoots. Cut main head first and then continually harvest side shoots.Quick to mature in 50+ days with a long harvest schedule. Italian heirloom introduced in late 1800s to America by immigrants. Grows in zones 3-12. Direct sow outdoors 0.5 in deep, 2-3 weeks before last frost, 3-6 in apart. For indoors, plant 5-6 weeks before last frost. Keep soil moist and in sunlight. Add compost. Transplant outdoors before last frost when seedlings reach 5-6 in. Place 12 in apart. Germination takes 5-14 days. Plant again in late summer for fall harvest. Matures in 60-70 days. Plant with herbs and onions.