Cima di Rapa Sessatina (45-60 days)  Brassica rapa     Some believe that this Italian strain of Broccoli raab has superior flavor.  We aren’t going to play favorites but we sure do like to say the name of this heirloom strain!  SSF. Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Purple Sprouting (220 days) Brassica oleracea  Purple Sprouting broccoli has become a bit of a sensation here at Pacific Northwest Farmers markets with a dedicated cult following. Why? You ask…primarily because it is a fall planted crop that produces a profusion of dense purple broccoli florets that are 2-4” in diameter in March and April when there is not much other fresh produce save for roots and greens. We seed it in later July in Oregon and transplant outside in mid-August.  Tall plants grow to 24-36”. Hardy to 10°F.  SSF Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Steve's Select Tender Early Green,  Brassica oleracea (60-80 days) After several trials and years of hard selection, veteran seedsman, Steve Peters is releasing this improved old favorite. It has proved itself to be superior in an extremely wide range of environments, from the high desert of southern Arizona to the foggy coast of California. While the nicely domed central head is not as large as modern hybrids, it nonetheless offers multiple advantages. After cutting the central head, the plant continues to produce abundant tasty side shoots for several months. In addition, the stems are very tender, which increases the amount of edible, delicious broccoli that may be harvested from each plant. SRN Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) 1/2 ounce - ( ≈ 4,000 seeds)  Ounce (≈ 8,000 seeds)   *Photo credit: Moria Peters  ...

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