{"product_id":"broccoli-seeds","title":"Organic Broccoli Seeds - Open Pollinated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli is a herbaceous annual or biennial vegetable cultivated for its edible flower heads. The broccoli plant has a thick green stalk or stem that produces thick, leathery, oblong leaves ranging from gray-blue to green. The plant produces sizable green flower heads that are densely packed with white or yellow flowers. Broccoli is an annual or biennial plant that can reach a height of 1 m, depending on the variety. Broccoli is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/cabbage-seeds\" title=\"cabbage\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecabbage\u003c\/a\u003e family vegetable. The consumption is increasingly increasing, as it is a nutritious food with numerous culinary applications. It has a good flavor and is mineral and vitamin-rich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAdditionally, it is low in calories. This species is highly similar to cauliflower, to the point that some writers consider them to be the same variety; in some cases, their distinction is difficult. The stem of this plant is small and fleshy. The leaves are a deep green color and are twisted. It is distinguished by globule masses of fully formed floral buds that occur on the main stem and leaf axils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefits\/Uses of Broccoli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli is a reserve of a variety of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Although different cooking methods can alter the vegetable's nutrient profile, broccoli is a nutritious addition to any diet, cooked or raw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli is high in antioxidants, which can help maintain healthy cells and tissues throughout the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli consumption can help manage blood sugar levels and improve diabetic control. It is most likely due to the antioxidant and fiber quality of the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAccording to research, broccoli can help reduce a variety of risk factors for heart disease and protect against heart tissue damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli consumption can promote bowel regularity and healthy gut bacteria, though additional research is necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli is a good source of vitamin C, a nutrient shown to promote a balanced immune response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCertain nutrients found in broccoli can help reduce your risk of developing certain dental and oral diseases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNumerous nutrients found in broccoli, including calcium, vitamin K, and phosphorus, are essential for bone health. Additionally, preliminary research suggests that certain antioxidants found in broccoli can help prevent the development of certain joint disorders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications of Broccoli seeds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 534px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e6 hours of sun daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRegularly watered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e45 and 85 degrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e6.0 and 7.0 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRequired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e10 to 14 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHarvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e100 to 150 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 222.125px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNo. of seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 295.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e35 - 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting and Care for Broccoli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing Broccoli Seeds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli deserves complete sun exposure (6 to 8 hours per day). Insufficient sunlight can result in small, leggy plants with subpar heads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlant in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/pages\/search-results-page?q=grow+bags\" title=\"grow bags\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egrow bag\u003c\/a\u003e filled with hot, fertile soil that drains well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe pH of the soil should be mildly acidic, ranging between 6.0 and 7.0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIncrease fertility in the grow bags prior to planting in early spring by working with rich compost or a thin layer of manure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf seedlings reach a height of 2–3 inches, thin them to a spacing of 12–20 inches between plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eArrange broccoli rows 3 feet apart because closer spacing results in smaller primary heads and more secondary heads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt the time of planting, thoroughly water the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Broccoli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli likes direct sunlight. Choose a garden location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli prefers a soil pH of 6 to 7. Grow broccoli in organic, nutrient-dense soil and regularly fertilize seedlings and young transplants to ensure consistent growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUtilize a balanced fertilizer to avoid excessive leaf growth caused by too much nitrogen. Potassium and phosphorus also aid in the development of blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRegular watering is necessary because broccoli thrives in damp but not soggy soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMulch to suppress the weeds and maintain soil moisture. To avoid disease and pests, it is best to plant broccoli in the garden area that has not been planted with cabbage family crops in the previous four years. Row covers may be used to shield transplants from harsh weather and pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting Broccoli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe unopened flower of the broccoli plant is edible. Ideally, harvest the central head when it is fully grown but before the individual buds open into tiny yellow flowers. Broccoli is ready to harvest when it has a 4- to 7-inch compact head with large, thick flower buds. Harvest immediately if the buds begin to open. If the plant has bolted (flowered), it is no longer possible to harvest by severing the central flower head with a sharp knife. Leaving the broccoli plant in the field promotes the development of side shoots (flower heads). Although these side shoots are smaller than the central head, they allow gardeners to continue harvesting broccoli for an extended period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecautions while growing broccoli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBroccoli does not like temperatures above 75 degrees Fahrenheit, so midsummer is not the best time to grow broccoli. It prefers a temperature between 45 and 75 degrees but is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 20 degrees F on occasion. While broccoli prefers full sun, it is one of the few vegetables that grow well in partial shade. A soil with a pH of 6.0 6 to 6.8 is required and needs a consistently moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter and micronutrients. Broccoli is ideal for extending the season of early and late garden harvests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon problems affecting Broccoli plants and solutions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBacterial and fungal diseases are also a concern when growing broccoli. Broccoli plants are susceptible to a variety of leaf spot diseases. Rotate crops to avoid rising cole family members more than once every three years in the same region. Plants should be spaced correctly to allow for adequate air circulation, and irrigation should be applied directly to the soil to keep the plants as dry as possible. Powdery mildew gives broccoli plants the appearance of being dusted with flour. The broccoli leaves are the first part of the plant to be affected. If not handled quickly, fungus spores will spread to the stems and head. As with most fungi, adequate sunshine, adequate air circulation, and dry plants all contribute to the problem's management. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/trichoderma-viride-bio-fertilizer-1-kg\" title=\"Tricho\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrichoderma Viride\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/bio-fertilizer\" title=\"pseudomones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePseudomonas Fluorescens biofertilizers\u003c\/a\u003e are highly recommended for infection control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInsects adore broccoli plants just as much as their growers do. The following are some of the most popular broccoli pests and how to handle them:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCabbage worms – These rodents are moth and butterfly larvae. White or gray moths can be seen fluttering around the plant. Cabbage worms do significant damage to broccoli leaves by feeding on them. As many as possible by hand. For \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/organic-pest-controller-for-biting-pests\" title=\"biting pests\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebiting pests\u003c\/a\u003e, young larvae are easily handled with insecticides such as\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/bio-pest-control?variant=39664906272922\" title=\"Bio pest controll\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e bio pest control\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAphids – Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that feed on the undersides of broccoli leaves, discoloring and wrinkling them in the process. They are knocked off the plant by a heavy spray of water from a hose. Severe infestations can be treated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/organic-pest-controller-for-sucking-pests\" title=\"sucking pest\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebio pest control for sucking pests.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFlea beetles – These tiny, black insects eat their way through the leaves, leaving several small holes. Continued feeding can result in the death of seedlings and a reduction in mature plant yield. For biting rodents, use an insecticide branded against flea beetles, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/bio-pest-control\" title=\"Bio pest controll\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebio pest control\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCutworms – Cutworms nibble at the roots of young seedlings. They work at night, and you can awaken to find that tiny loggers have decimated your broccoli row. Plant durable seedlings rather than seeds and cover the area of the stem at soil level with a cardboard or cloth \"collar.\" They sometimes bore into mature plants' heads. Protect the plants by treating them with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/pages\/search-results-page?q=bio+pesticides\" title=\"Bio pesticides\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebiopesticide\u003c\/a\u003e that is effective against \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seed2plant.in\/products\/organic-pest-controller-for-biting-pests\" title=\"biting pest\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebiting pests\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. of Broccoli Seeds - 50+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bees Plant Hub","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":61482241065330,"sku":"broccoli Seeds-1","price":39.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 2","offer_id":61482241098098,"sku":"broccoli Seeds-2","price":78.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":61482241130866,"sku":"broccoli Seeds-5","price":195.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 10","offer_id":61482241163634,"sku":"broccoli Seeds-10","price":390.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5495\/3842\/files\/PhotoRoom_20210703_130149.jpg?v=1767595585","url":"https:\/\/leafnlux.in\/products\/broccoli-seeds","provider":"LeafNLux","version":"1.0","type":"link"}