Imperial · Broccoli
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Dec 4th |
| Last Frost | Jan 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Jan 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Mar 10th |
| Harvest Ends | — |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 40°F
and nights stay above 32°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 6 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 68 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 32 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Expert Note: For the tightest heads, keep temperatures consistently cool early (avoid letting seedlings sit in warm soil) and water evenly to prevent stress-driven loose heads.