Grow your own nutritious and flavorful broccoli with Broccoli ‘Rudolph’ Seeds, a dependable, early-maturing variety valued for its compact growth and exceptional taste. Ideal for cool-season gardening, this variety produces consistent, high-quality heads that are perfect for both fresh cooking and storage.

Features:

• Variety: Broccoli ‘Rudolph’
• Growth Habit: Compact and upright, great for small gardens or containers
• Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, and rich in nutrients
• Harvest: Uniform, dense heads with tender stems
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Suitable for: Raised beds, garden plots, and containers

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, open-pollinated vegetable seeds
• Planting Season: Spring and fall (cool-season crop)
• Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
• Planting Depth: ¼–½ inch (6–12 mm)
• Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between plants; 30 inches (75 cm) between rows
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 60–75 days from transplant
• Temperature: Grows best at 60–70°F (16–21°C)
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist
• Soil Type: Well-draining soil enriched with organic compost
• Indoor/Outdoor: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost; transplant outdoors once strong seedlings form

Planting Guide:

• Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the final frost date.
• Transplant seedlings outdoors in full sun when daytime temperatures reach around 60°F.
• Maintain consistent moisture to encourage uniform head formation.
• Apply mulch to help retain soil moisture and reduce weeds.
• Harvest when heads are tight and compact, before small buds open.