{"title":"Broccoli Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"11\" data-end=\"71\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eOrganic Broccoli Seeds Open Pollinated Non-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b5a22827-2fd9-4903-8ac1-ab54949f5176\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"140\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eBroccoli Seeds Heirloom Varieties (Brassica oleracea)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eOur broccoli seed collection features organic, open pollinated, and non-GMO varieties selected for strong growth, reliable yields, and nutrient rich harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eBroccoli is a cool season vegetable known for its dense, flavorful heads and high nutritional value, making it a staple in home gardens and everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eWell suited for garden beds and raised beds, broccoli thrives in cooler temperatures and produces dependable harvests in spring, fall, and winter gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"625\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWhether you are growing for fresh eating or seasonal harvests, broccoli offers a productive and rewarding addition to the home garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-calabrese-brassica-oleracea","title":"Organic Calabrese Broccoli Seeds - Brassica oleracea","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":515,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":14275305},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Organic, Non-GMO Little Gem Lettuce Seeds\"}'\u003eOrganic Non-GMO Open Pollinated Calabrese Broccoli  Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eItalian immigrants brought this treasured variety to the United States in the 1880s, where it quickly became a beloved garden staple. This delicious bluish-green broccoli produces tight, well-formed heads measuring 5\"– 8\" in diameter, offering excellent flavor, tenderness, and dependable garden performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"711\"\u003ePlants grow vigorously in cool-season conditions and reward gardeners with a generous harvest. Once the main head is cut, the plant continues producing numerous tender side shoots, extending the harvest for many weeks and often continuing until frost. These smaller shoots are especially sweet and tender, making this variety both productive and long-lasting in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eBroccoli thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, benefiting from consistent moisture during its growth. Harvest the central head while it is tight and compact, before any yellow flowers begin to appear. Cut the head with a sharp knife several inches below the crown to encourage the plant to produce the abundant side shoots that follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1295\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis classic broccoli is wonderful steamed, sautéed, or enjoyed fresh, and it also preserves its flavor and texture beautifully for freezing and canning, making it a versatile and rewarding crop for the home garden.  This is one of our personal favorite broccoli's! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Pollinated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnnual\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull- Partial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 - 6 weeks before last frost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e: After last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 50-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Size\u003c\/b\u003e: 24\"-30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardener's Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep soil moist while seeds are germinating. Recommended to sow indoors in short seasons. Amend with compost and apply mulch at base. If starting indoors, harden off before planting. An excellent sprouting variety. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off.  This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne week minimum is recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring them inside in the early evening and overnight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulch at base of plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRead our blog post on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.livingseedcompany.com\/blogs\/blog\/saving-water-and-preventing-weeds-the-power-of-mulching\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Power of Mulching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHarvesting Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eHarvest the central head while it is tight and compact, before any yellow flowers begin to appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eCut the head with a sharp knife several inches below the crown to encourage the plant to produce the abundant side shoots that follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/Screen_Shot_2022-09-26_at_12.22.01_PM_160x160.png?v=1664209298\" alt=\"Organic Logos\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/Calabrese_Growing_Instructions.png?v=1772642198\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c  no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Living Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11227141252,"sku":"B9","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/organic-calabrese-broccoli-seeds-brassica-oleracea-525190.jpg?v=1749375826"},{"product_id":"organic-de-cicco-brassica-oleracea","title":"Organic De Cicco Broccoli Seeds - Brassica oleracea","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic Non-GMO Open-Pollinated De Cicco Broccoli Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vigorous Italian heirloom broccoli was introduced to the United States in 1890. Known for being mild yet tasty with tender stalks and a signature bluish-green color. Recognized for being a compact plant productive with a 4” central head. De Cicco offers edible flowers, recommended to be harvested when yellow or white flowers open and then tossed in a salad, pasta, hor d'oeuvres, or sprinkled on fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brassica is perfect eaten raw, steamed or cooked. This broccoli freezes really well, although best to blanch first and then freeze. De Cicco seeds are also great for sprouting! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSeed Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Pollinated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnnual\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 weeks before last frost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e: After last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 48-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Size\u003c\/b\u003e: 12\"-18\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardener Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep soil moist while seeds are germinating. Thin to healthiest seedlings. Thrives in cool weather. Amend with compost. Apply mulch at base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt is highly recommended to sow seeds throughout the cool season every couple of weeks to reap a continual harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off.  This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne week minimum is recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring them inside in the early evening and overnight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Harvest the head upon reaching a 3” size is ideal for optimum taste and encouraged further growth from extending shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/OG_Logos_160x160.png?v=1753558157\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Organic De Cicco Broccoli - Brassica oleracea\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/DeCicco_Broc_480x480.png?v=1626982117\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Living Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11228489604,"sku":"D9","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/products\/organic-de-cicco-broccoli-brassica-oleracea-164870.jpg?v=1753657920"},{"product_id":"organic-romanesco-brocolli-brassica-oleracea","title":"Organic Romanesco Broccoli Seeds - Brassica oleracea","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic, Non-GMO Open Pollinated Romanesco Broccoli Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eOrganic Romanesco Broccoli is one of the most striking vegetables you can grow in the garden. This beautiful heirloom produces lime-green heads made of mesmerizing spiral florets, creating a natural fractal pattern that sits somewhere between broccoli and cauliflower in both appearance and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"755\" data-start=\"312\"\u003eBeyond its stunning beauty, Romanesco is prized for its mild, slightly nutty taste and tender texture, making it a favorite in the kitchen. The firm, compact heads are perfect for roasting, steaming, sautéing, or enjoying fresh, and they hold their shape beautifully when cooked. In addition to its culinary appeal, Romanesco broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse, rich in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"757\"\u003eRomanesco thrives in cool-season gardens, growing best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Plants develop large, architectural heads typically 5–7 inches across, surrounded by broad blue-green leaves that protect the developing florets. Harvest the central head while it is tight and well-formed, cutting several inches below the crown. After the main head is harvested, plants often produce smaller side shoots, extending the harvest for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003eThis extraordinary vegetable brings together beauty, flavor, and nutrition, making it a standout addition to any garden. Whether you are growing for the table, the farmers market, or simply the joy of cultivating something truly unique, Romanesco broccoli delivers both visual wonder and exceptional taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Profile \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Pollinated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnnual\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow\u003c\/strong\u003e: After last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 weeks before last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product_grid_details_list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Size\u003c\/b\u003e: 12\"-18\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardener's Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep soil moist while seeds are germinating. Thin to healthiest seedlings. Thrives in cool weather. Amend with compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply mulch at base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRead our blog post on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.livingseedcompany.com\/blogs\/blog\/saving-water-and-preventing-weeds-the-power-of-mulching\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Power of Mulching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off.  This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne week minimum is recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring them inside in the early evening and overnight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eHarvest when the main head is firm and well-formed, with tightly packed spirals and a bright chartreuse color.\u003cbr data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eAvoid waiting too long, once florets start to separate or loosen, the quality declines quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eHead diameter around 4–8 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eCompact, dense head with pointed fractal florets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eNo flowering (bolting).  Yellow petals indicate it’s past peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eUse a clean and sharp knife or garden shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eCut the stem about 5\" – 6\" below the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eHarvest in the cool part of the day for best quality (morning is ideal after the dew has dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"organic logos\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/Screen_Shot_2022-09-26_at_12.22.01_PM_160x160.png?v=1664209298\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/files\/Screen_Shot_2020-04-23_at_2.12.37_PM_600x600.png?v=1587676383\" alt=\"Organic Romanesco Broccoli - Brassica oleracea\" style=\"margin-right: 57.7344px; margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 57.7344px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Living Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11229221316,"sku":"G18","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/products\/organic-romanesco-broccoli-brassica-oleracea-145750.jpg?v=1750567959"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1756\/collections\/broccoli-713487.jpg?v=1775938848","url":"https:\/\/www.livingseedcompany.com\/collections\/broccoli.oembed","provider":"The Living Seed Company ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}