47 DAYS
Brassica oleracea
The Early Dividend Hyb. is the earliest maturing broccoli variety, celebrated for its "bragging size" larger heads with a rich dark green hue. This stunning vegetable not only boasts excellent flavour but also excels in producing outstanding side-shoots post-harvest, ensuring prolonged yields throughout the season. Ideal for gardeners seeking both productivity and quality in their broccoli crop.
Size: Mature plants reach about 24 to 30 in. tall with heads 6 to 8 in. in diameter.
Yield: Each plant produces substantial main heads and numerous side-shoots, providing a generous harvest.
Taste: Rich, sweet flavour, with a firm texture that makes it great for cooking or fresh eating.
How to use: Perfect steamed, sautéed, or added to salads, this broccoli is versatile and can be preserved by freezing.
Planting tips: Sow directly outdoors as soon as soil conditions allow, covering seeds lightly with soil. Space seeds at 6 to 7 per 1 ft. of row and thin to 1 ft. apart once seedlings are 3 in. high. Optimal germination occurs at 21°C in 7 to 10 days, and later temperature should be reduced to 15°C for best growth.
Harvest tips: Cut main heads when they are tight and firm, and harvest side shoots regularly to encourage new growth.
