Mr Fothergill's Broccoli (Sprouting) Early Purple Seeds
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Mr Fothergill’s flower and vegetable seeds are perfect for adding a splash of colour and natural beauty to your garden or outside space.
Whether you’re looking for an addition to your window box, some vegetation for your flower bed or a bit of colour for your windowsill, Mr Fothergill’s range of seed will have something for you.
This Broccoli ‘Early Purple’ (Brassica oleracea italica) is one of spring's great tasting treats, a real gourmet vegetable. An excellent source of vitamin C and A and antioxidants, this broccoli is perfect for adding to a number of different style dishes.
You can harvest these plants from February to May. They thrive best in full sunlight and like a well-cultivated and fertile soil for maximum growth.
Specifications
Seed Type |
Vegetable seeds |
Sowing Dates |
March to May |
Height and Spread (Grown) |
Space between rows: 60cm |
Harvest Dates |
February to May |
Preferred soil type |
Well cultivated, fertile soil |
Uses |
Delicious steamed, lightly boiled, in stir-fries or eaten raw |
Sun/Shade preference |
Prefers full sun |
Seed fill |
500 seeds approx |
Care instructions |
Harvest regularly to encourage further shoots |
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