(Asparagus) broccoli 'Early Purple Sprouting'
- Product number: 145201
- Origin: England
- Latin: Brassica oleracea
This is the original broccoli, as it has been cultivated for centuries! It probably arrived in England during Roman times and has been very popular, especially along the south coast, ever since. The plant overwinters and yields its first harvest of tender flower stalks (soft as asparagus) with an abundance of purple florets at the top in the 2nd year (from February to April). You can harvest them when they are still deep in bud, or a little riper. The plant can last for years; pruning rejuvenates it. Provide extra protection if severe frost is expected...
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Latin: Brassica oleracea
Dutch: Asparagus broccoli
Also known as: Early Purple Sprouting broccoli
English: Broccoli
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- Flower colour: Purple flower buds
- Origin: England
- Average growth height: 60 to 90 cm
- Annual or perennial: Perennial
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- Winter hardy: Forst hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Brassica oleracea
- Dutch: Asparagus broccoli
- Also known as: Early Purple Sprouting broccoli
- English: Broccoli
