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55 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Packman Broccoli. This early maturing compact plant produces good yields of very flavorful broccoli. It has large tight heads with side shoots. Widely adapted to different climates and soils, you can grow it all season. Suitable for fall harvest. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.
Lot No: 100040
Germination: 85%
Test Date: 07/24
Seeds Per Pound: 128,000
Plant Height: 18 to 24” tall
Planting Season: Spring/Fall
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Indoor Sow/Direct Sow
Broccoli does best when temperatures remain between 40 F and 70 F during the growing period. Temperatures below 25 F can damage or kill broccoli. Spring planting should occur as soon as soil can be worked and after last frost, and fall planting done 10 to 12 weeks before first frost. In most areas broccoli grows best if planted in late summer so it can mature during cool periods. Plants can grow 2 ft tall.
Requires fertile soil with plenty of nitrogen and calcium with some lime. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.
Keep well watered or plant will have premature heading and flowering.
Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.
When you begin to see the buds spread out, it is time to harvest. Cut heads with sharp knife.
Days to Harvest after Planting Outdoors: 55 to 85 days
Use Miracle-Gro© Seed Starting Mix for best germination results.