{"title":"Broccoli","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"797\" data-start=\"373\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"829\"\u003ePlanting Tips: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWhile most folks start broccoli indoors about four weeks before transplanting to the garden, I’ve had excellent success with direct seeding for a fall crop. To start indoors, plant two seeds about ⅛″ deep in a quality seed-starting mix, using deep containers. Cover the container with a plastic bag to retain humidity and place it in a warm location. Once seedlings emerge, remove the cover and provide abundant light. Pinch off the weaker seedling, and transplant outdoors after your last expected frost date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eIf you prefer to direct seed, sow seeds about ⅛″ deep and four inches apart in rows. Once seedlings are established, thin them to stand about 18″ apart so each plant has room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"799\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"829\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eBroccoli will usually go to seed if the main head is left uncut. You’ll first notice yellow flowers, followed by seed pods forming on long branches. When the pods have turned tan and dry, carefully cut the branches and place them in a paper bag. Shake or gently beat the bag to release the seed. Dry the seed thoroughly, then store in an airtight container for future planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"goliath-broccoli","title":"Goliath, Broccoli","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeirloom Broccoli | QTY: 30 Seeds | 66 Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs far as all-season broccoli goes, this one can’t be beaten for an open pollinated variety.  It will give you about an eight inch in diameter center head and once cut, it will produce numerous side shoots until after it freezes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Jackie Clay Atkinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Life Root Farm Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42542166442032,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8079\/3904\/files\/BroccoliGoliath.jpg?v=1784648456"},{"product_id":"umpquah-broccoli","title":"Umpquah, Broccoli","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeirloom Broccoli | QTY: 30 Seeds | 70 Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eHere’s a tough, all season broccoli you’ll love. After you harvest the big central head, many side sprouts of good size continue to grow, just as long as you harvest them. The flavor can’t be beat!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Jackie Clay Atkinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Life Root Farm Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42542167425072,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8079\/3904\/files\/BroccoliUmpquah.jpg?v=1784648434"},{"product_id":"waltham-29-broccoli-copy","title":"Waltham 29, Broccoli","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeirloom Broccoli | QTY: 30 Seeds | 80 Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMom used to grow this variety, then later when I got my own garden, so did I.  It is very dependable and has longer stems than many more modern varieties.  These stems are tender and tasty and I use lots to make cheddar cheese and broccoli soup.  The beads are medium to large and the main head is usually about 5 inches in diameter or so with tons of nice side shoots until freezing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Jackie Clay Atkinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Life Root Farm Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42542174535728,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8079\/3904\/files\/BroccoliWaltham29.jpg?v=1784648416"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8079\/3904\/collections\/BroccoliUmpquah.jpg?v=1786634431","url":"https:\/\/www.liferootfarm.com\/collections\/broccoli.oembed","provider":"Life Root Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}