Autumn broccoli seed Purple Magic

hybrid

New! Purple heads and stems. The well-domed heads are a beautiful deep purple overlaid on a dark green background with vibrant, bright violet stems. Suitable for bunching or crowns. Purple Magic has performed very well in cool-weather conditions in coastal regions in California and for fall crops in northern areas. Darker purple and more attractive than other commercial purple types that we have trialed. 2024 AAS Winner. Specs: • Packet: 50 seeds • Avg. 122,100 seeds/lb SCIENTIFIC NAME: Brassica oleracea CULTURE: Broccoli prefers a well-drained, fertile soil that is high in organic matter with a pH of 6.0–7.5. A consistent supply of moisture throughout the growing season is important; irrigate regularly for best results. While more heat-tolerant varieties are now on the market, broccoli does not generally do well in hot weather. The best success is with spring and fall crops. DAYS TO MATURITY: From date of transplanting; add about 20 days if direct seeding. EARLY SPRING CROP: Use early and midseason varieties. Sow 2 seeds per cell in 72-cell plug flats, 3–4 seeds/in. in 20 row flats, or in outdoor beds ¼" deep. Seedlings should be ready to transplant in 3–4 weeks. If possible keep soil temperature 75–80°F (24–27°C) until germination, then reduce air temperature to about 60°F (16°C). Ensure good air circulation and light. Transplant outdoors 10–18" apart in rows 18–36" apart. Broccoli prefers cooler growing temperatures, between 55–75°F (13–24°C), optimum being 60–70°F (16–21°C), but will produce good crops under warmer, summer conditions.