Broccoli Seeds (Organic) - Waltham 29 HEIRLOOM - ORGANIC

USDA organic

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Unit Size	Unit Price	Qty
Packet	$4.95
1 Ounce Package	$17.95	Notify Me
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Heads up to 8 Inches in Diameter
50 Days to Harvest
Prefers full sun exposure

Shipping Schedule

Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.

Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials	Shipping Begins
Zones 9 - 12	Late February to Early March
Zone 8	Early to Mid March
Zone 7	Mid to Late March
Zone 6	Early April
Zone 5	Late April
Zones 2 - 4	Late April to Early May
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris	Shipping Begins
All Zones	Late August
Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs	Shipping Begins
Zones 2 - 4	Mid September
Zone 5	Mid to Late September
Zone 6	Late September
Zone 7	Late September to Early October
Zones 8 - 12	Early to Mid October
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials*	Shipping Begins
All Zones	Mid October
*Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots

Product Description

The "Organic Waltham 29" is a lovely and adaptable broccoli that can be successfully planted in both spring and fall. Developed by the University of Massachusetts in the 1950's. A delicious tasting broccoli with a pleasing dark green – sometimes even bluish – color.

Fast Facts

Name:	Broccoli Seeds (Organic) - Waltham 29
Botanical Name:	Brassica oleracea
Life Cycle:	Annual
Light Requirement:	Full Sun
Planting Season:	Cool Season
Plant Type:	Head or Flower Vegetable - Edible Flowering Bud and Stalk, Dark Blue-Green with Side Shoots
Features:	Organic, Heirloom, Good for Microgreens, Container Garden, Fast Growing
Fruit Size:	Central Head 4-6 Inches in Diameter
Days to Maturity:	50-70 Days
Plant Spacing:	12-18 inches
Planting Depth:	1/4 inch
Sowing Method:	Direct Sow
Cold Stratification:	No
Seeds per Packet:	1 g
Seeds per Pound:	128, 000
Hardiness Zones:	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Ships:	Year Round

Planting Instructions

When to Plant Broccoli

Broccoli can be planted in both the Spring and Fall. The seeds can germinate with temperatures as low as 40 degrees F.

How to Plant Broccoli

Broccoli needs full sun and moist soil. Slightly acidic soil is preferred - for soil testing, contact your local Agricultural Extension office. Plant the seeds ½ inches deep in fertile soil. If planting in rows, plant 12-24 inches apart with rows 36 inches apart. Make sure to keep your broccoli plants watered, but take care to not get the developing broccoli heads wet while watering.For Spring planting: sow seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. For Fall planting: sow seeds 85-100 days before the average Fall frost, during mid- to late-summer.

When to Harvest Broccoli

Harvest your broccoli when you see that the buds of the head are firm. Cut the stalk of the main head at a slant, and smaller side shoots will grow up from where you’ve cut.

**If you live in a warmer climate, broccoli does best with a Fall planting. If you fear that your soil will be too hot, a layer of mulch will help ensure cooler soil temperatures. Make sure to harvest your broccoli before the yellow flower petals start to show - those parts have a mealy texture.