Vegetable

• Crops in : 90 Days (July-Oct)

Description

Excellent flavoured, well domed, small beaded heads of good colour. Broccoli Belstar F1 keeps in good condition for a long time, producing plenty of side shoots once the centre head is cut. Plant in succession for summer-autumn harvesting.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seedsApril to June. Sow seeds thinly in a well prepared seedbed, 1cm (½in) deep, successionally.

Growing Instructions

Plant out when large enough to handle allowing 38cm (15in) apart each way.

Aftercare

Prefers moist, rich, well drained soil. Harvest June to October.

Nutritional Information

Calabrese and Broccoli contain many healthy antioxidants. They are high in Vitamin A and C and are a good source of iron.

Kitchen Notes

The main head is ideal for boiling and serving with a white sauce, while the side florets are perfect for stir fries.