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Broccoli 'Purple Rain' F1 Hybrid (Purple Sprouting) - SeedsBrassica oleracea (Italica Group)

Hardy Biennial

What is Hardy Biennial?
A plant that completes its entire life cycle in two years, growing in
the first year and reproducing and dying in the second. Capable of withstanding outdoor winter temperatures down to -15C.

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Crops from mid-July to November if sown successively

Tasty purple spears with high nutritional value

A healthy side which goes well with a multidude of dishes

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Height Up to 90cm (35in)
Spread Up to 60cm (24in)

Hardy Biennial

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Description
This tasty purple sprouting Broccoli ‘Purple Rain’ F1 Hybrid is British bred and requires no vernalisation (winter chill) to produce a delicious crop through the summer and well into autumn. Easy to grow, continuous cropping and exceptionally rewarding, this resilient brassica is a great addition to the plot or allotment, providing months of well-flavoured and nutritious spears which go well as a healthy side to a wide range of dishes. Pick and use the spears regularly to encourage fresh flushes. Good heat tolerance makes this a reliable variety to enjoy through the summer months. Height: 90cm (35in). Spread: 60cm (24”).

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1 Packet (40 Seeds) (KA9968)

Sowing

Sow thinly 6mm (1?4in) deep in a seed tray of good quality seed compost and lightly cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite. Place tray in a propagator at 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which usually takes 4-7 days. Transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on until plants have 2-3 true leaves.

Alternatively, sow sprouting broccoli seeds in a well-prepared seed bed from March to June at a depth of 13mm (1/2") and spaced 30cm (12") apart. Transplant to their final positions around 5 weeks later when the seedlings have four or five leaves.

When growing purple sprouting broccoli, choose a sheltered position in firm, rich fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Prepare the soil in early spring by adding plenty of well rotted farmyard manure to the soil to improve its structure and fertility. Plant purple sprouting broccoli deeply for stability at a distance of 60cm (24") apart, and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Water the plants thoroughly after planting.

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After planting, firm in well and keep watered until established. Use netting to protect against pigeons and cabbage caterpillar. Water sprouting broccoli plants regularly and do not allow them to dry out as this may impair their development. Hoe between plants regularly to prevent weeds from establishing and bring insect larvae to the surface. Purple sprouting broccoli should be harvested before the flowers open. Pick shoots when they are 15cm (6") long. Regular picking will encourage more shoots to be produced. Don't remove the large leaves as these will protect the next batch of shoots as they develop. Culinary note: Sprouting broccoli is suitable for freezing.

A good source of vitamins A, C, K and folate and provides fifty percent of the daily requirement in a single 80g (2.82oz) portion.

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