Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
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Broccoli is a popular cool-season vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family. It is grown primarily for its large, edible green flower heads, which develop in a branching, tree-like formation above a thick central stalk. The surrounding leaves are also edible and can be harvested alongside the tender stems and florets.
Closely related to cauliflower, broccoli is a versatile and nutritious addition to the home vegetable garden. The heads can be enjoyed raw or cooked and are commonly steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or added to soups and other dishes. Regular harvesting of the main head can encourage the plant to produce additional side shoots for an extended harvest.
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Mature height
0.4 to 0.8m
Mature width
0.3 to 0.6m
Spacing
0.4 to 0.5m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Annual
Foliage
Dark green flower heads with light green stems and foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Grown for edible immature flower heads rather than ornamental flowering
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Medium; provide regular watering and nutrient-rich soil, and harvest heads promptly to encourage side shoots
Root System
Fibrous root system suited to fertile, well-drained soil