Item Number: SNV8019B
Organic Broccoli, Di Cicco (1/4 lb)
Organic Broccoli, Di Cicco (1/4 lb)
Best Tasting Medium Sized Heads
Broccoli - Di Cicco - Brassica oleracea (Botrytis group)
Hardy annual Heirloom. Broccoli Di Cicco is a vigorous, light-green plant of 1890 Italian origin. It produces a 3"-4" bluish-green central head with many medium-sized side shoots for a prolonged harvest. Though not uniform at maturity, this variety is the best tasting. This is a great choice for spring or fall planting.
Did You Know? Broccoli is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium, phosphorus, and iron.
Soil Temperature: 75-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 4-20 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Days To Maturity: 48-85 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 1'-2'
Approx Seeds per 1/4 Pound: 27,000 Seeds
Check out our Broccoli Growing Guide for more information.
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Description
Description
Broccoli - Di Cicco - Brassica oleracea (Botrytis group)
Hardy annual Heirloom. Broccoli Di Cicco is a vigorous, light-green plant of 1890 Italian origin. It produces a 3"-4" bluish-green central head with many medium-sized side shoots for a prolonged harvest. Though not uniform at maturity, this variety is the best tasting. This is a great choice for spring or fall planting.
Did You Know? Broccoli is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium, phosphorus, and iron.
Soil Temperature: 75-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 4-20 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Days To Maturity: 48-85 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 1'-2'
Approx Seeds per 1/4 Pound: 27,000 Seeds
Check out our Broccoli Growing Guide for more information.
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s). Peaceful Valley brand vegetable seeds are all non-GMO and Certified Organic.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.3 lb
Dimensions: 8.0"L x 3.0"W x 0.5"H
Features
Features
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Broccoli should be planted in well-composted soil with good drainage and air circulation. Plants prefer a soil pH of 6.2-7.2.
Planting & Growing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or seed directly 4 weeks before last frost, or seed directly in late summer for fall crops.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvest when heads are tight, before yellow flowers appear. Side heads may continue to produce for several weeks. Flavor improves with cooler temperatures. Use shade fabric to extend summer harvests.
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Guarantee
Guarantee
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).
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First time growing broccoli and had a really good time of it. This broccoli tasted really good, although the heads weren't very big, still very much worth it.
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