Purple Sprouting · Broccoli
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Mar 4th |
| Last Frost | Apr 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Mar 25th |
| Harvest Begins | May 14th |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 5th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 40°F
and nights stay above 30°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 6 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 50 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 30 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Expert Note: For the earliest spears, aim to transplant so plants are established before the coldest part of winter; keep them well-fed and lightly mulched through overwintering.