Purple sprouting broccoli - sprouting already.

gusto66 · Hazel Tree Joined: 01 Apr 2009 Posts: 17 Location: Cork

Hi All...

I have a raised bed with a few broccoli plants growing (both white & purple). Two of the purple are sprouting already and I'm harvesting the sprouts. Isn't this a bit early? and once they've done their job, should I dig them up or should I keep them there til next spring?

michael brenock · Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2009 11:29 am Post subject:

the seed of purple sprouting broccoli is usually sown in May transplanted in late June or early July. you must have sown or planted it too early.
michael brenock horticultural advisor (retired0

Garlicbreath · Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2009 8:08 pm Post subject:

It could be one of the early sprouting varieties although I've never managed to harvest this any earlier than the normal varieties Confused