Broccoli, White Sprouting
Brassica oleracea
Available as late and early varieties.
Information for late variety.
Sow thinly and directly into finely rakes seedbed. Depth 13mm. (going to try plugs as in Cumbria)
Germination 7-12 days.
When large enough to handle transplant allowing 60cm between plants in each direction.
likes alkaline soil. apply nitrogen rich fertiliser in winter to increase yield.
harvest following year.