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Broccoli

1. 

   A description of Broccoli

   History: It is believed that broccoli was introduced to England from Italy in 1724. There were two original varieties at that time, one white and one purple, and until the turn of the 19th C. the purple form was the most common. All current garden varieties are descended from these two. Cultivation: Sow seed 1/4" deep in soil-less mix in flats 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Keep moist, under lights, until germination. Harden off and plant out 12 - 18" apart. Successive plantings prolong the harvest. Companions: onions and oregano repel pests, especially the cabbage moth.
2. 

   De Ciccio Broccoli

   Certified Organic

   1890. (48-85 days) Italian heirloom that is light green and produces a blue-green central head followed by a long harvest of side-shoots. Excellent flavour!(approx 8000 seeds/oz)
    

   1. Pkt - 200 seeds: 3.00
   2. Trade Pack - 600 seeds: 6.00
   3. 1/2 oz (approx 4000 seeds): 8.00
   4. 2 oz: 15.00
3. 

   Italian Sprouting Broccoli

   Certified Organic

   (aka Calabrese) (60 -90 days) 1880. This old variety is great for home gardeners and market growers alike, forming multiple side shoots after the main head is cut. (approx. 8000 seeds per ounce).
    

   1. Pkt - 200 seeds: 3.00
   2. Trade Pack - 600 seeds: 6.00
   3. 1/4 oz: 7.00
   4. 1/2 oz: 8.00
   5. 1 oz: 9.00
4. 

   Romanesco Broccoli

   Sustainably Grown

   (85 days) Originally from Northern Italy, this beautiful & unusual variety has apple-green heads made up of spiraling florets. Exceptional taste, freezes well, and is a good grower in cool areas.
    

   1. Pkt - 200 seeds: 3.00
   2. Trade Pack - 600 seeds: 6.00

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