{"product_id":"broccoli-seeds-calabrese","title":"BROCCOLI Seeds, Calabrese","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalabrese Broccoli (Brassica oleracea 'Calabrese')\u003c\/strong\u003e is an heirloom, open-pollinated Italian broccoli that produces a large central head followed by numerous side shoots. Vigorous and productive, it offers a long harvest of tender florets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea 'Calabrese'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, open-pollinated broccoli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6 to 8 hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile, pH 6.0 to 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteaming, roasting, and stir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh eating and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-and-come-again side shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool-season gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow in early spring or late summer for cool-weather growth, in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Keep moisture consistent during head formation. Cut the central head while the buds are tight, then let the plant produce side shoots for continued harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet, mild, and tender with the classic fresh broccoli flavor. Side shoots are especially delicate and quick-cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout 99Heirlooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"99Heirlooms.com","offers":[{"title":"1 gram","offer_id":50304495583510,"sku":"A-25-5183193","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/BROCCOLI_Seeds_Calabrese.jpg?v=1764174197","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/broccoli-seeds-calabrese","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}