Sprouting broccolis, like 'Burgundy', create one moderate to small main head, but the real show starts as it begins to produce generous side shoots. Purple broccolis are known for being quite tender, flavorful, and full of antioxidants, but in most cases also a bit fickle, needing cool temperatures–not 'Burgundy'; it's tolerant of a wider range of temperatures, which means a longer harvest period. Some gardeners pinch the first main floret off as soon as it is visible to encourage more abundant side shoots. Resistant to Fusarium yellows.
Days to Maturity: 68 – 75 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Plants are approximately 36" tall and 24" wide
Variety Info: Burgundy' is a sprouting broccoli, grown for its tender side shoots.
Attributes: Fusarium Yellows Resistant, Frost Tolerant
Photos and plant information courtesy of botanicalinterests.com
Sprouting broccolis, like 'Burgundy', create one moderate to small main head, but the real show starts as it begins to produce generous side shoots. Purple broccolis are known for being quite tender, flavorful, and full of antioxidants, but in most cases also a bit fickle, needing cool temperatures–not 'Burgundy'; it's tolerant of a wider range of temperatures, which means a longer harvest period. Some gardeners pinch the first main floret off as soon as it is visible to encourage more abundant side shoots. Resistant to Fusarium yellows.
Days to Maturity: 68 – 75 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Plants are approximately 36" tall and 24" wide
Variety Info: Burgundy' is a sprouting broccoli, grown for its tender side shoots.
Attributes: Fusarium Yellows Resistant, Frost Tolerant
Photos and plant information courtesy of botanicalinterests.com