Broccoli

Crown Broccoli

Brassicaceae

Spacing1 per sq ft

Days to Harvest60d

Expected Yield1 main head + side shoots

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Variety History

Crown Broccoli is a heading variety bred for uniform crown cuts. Recommendation from the garden plan: buy starts from Bay Hay rather than seeding -- you are late for an April seed start.

Regional Context

Brassicas thrive in the cool PNW spring, but cabbage root maggot is a serious regional pest. Broccoli heads should be harvested before buds open; side shoots continue for 2-3 more weeks.

Growing Technique

Set starts deep, up to first true leaves. Water in with dilute fish emulsion. Space 1 per sq ft. Top-dress with compost at transplant and side-dress at 4 weeks. Consistent water prevents buttoning (tiny premature heads). Cut main head before buds open; side shoots develop for weeks after.

Watch For

Cabbage root maggot is the PNW brassica killer. Place a collar of cardboard or landscape fabric at the base of each transplant. Or cover with Agribon floating row cover from transplant day.