Broccolo Ramoso Calabrese is a traditional Italian broccoli that gives you more than one harvest. Cut the compact central head first, then the plant sends out a generous flush of side shoots that you keep picking for weeks. More broccoli from one plant than most modern varieties.
Tender, flavourful and fast growing. Transplant outside in May and harvest from summer into autumn. Excellent steamed, roasted, or tossed through pasta with garlic and olive oil.
Growing information
ðą Sowing
Sow in trays or directly outdoors on a fine, wellâprepared seedbed.
Transplant when seedlings are sturdy, keeping the soil consistently moist for strong establishment.
âïļ Light
Thrives in full sun but tolerates light partial shade, especially in warmer climates.
ð§ Watering
Water regularly to maintain steady growth and prevent stress.
Aim for even moisture rather than heavy, infrequent watering.
ðĄïļ Germination
Germinates in roughly 7-14 days in moist soil at mild spring or earlyâsummer temperatures.
ð Spacing & size
Transplant or thin to about 40-50 cm between plants for good airflow and head development.
Keep 50-60 cm between rows to allow for easy access and sideâshoot production.
Bullet Technical Data
ðą Sowing depth: approx. 1 cm
ð
Sow: late spring to midsummer (typically May-July in mild climates)
âïļ Light: full sun or light partial shade
ðĄïļ Germination: 7-14 days in favourable conditions
ð Height: mediumâtall plants with upright habit
ðŠī Spacing: 40-50 cm between plants; 50-60 cm between rows
âģ Harvest: from around 60-80 days after transplanting, with continued sideâshoot production
ðĒ Seeds: approx. standard packet (8 g)
