Harvesting Broccoli the Right Way
The process for harvesting broccoli is simple, but knowing when to harvest can be tricky, especially for gardeners new to …
Growing Broccoli
A How-to Guide to Planting Broccoli
Planting broccoli can easily be done from seed indoors, or from transplanted seedlings. Begin seeds 8 to 10 weeks before …
Learning to Spot the Different Types of Broccoli
As with many vegetables, broccoli comes in many varieties that offer a unique gardening, cooking, and tasting experience. Many of …
Things You Can Do with Broccoli Sprouts
Broccoli sprouts are a superfood with cancer-fighting properties. You can enjoy them with salads, stir-fry, or any foods you want …
A Rundown of Broccoli Worms, Pests and Diseases
Insects and disease can destroy many types of plants. Broccoli plants have big, delicious leaves that grow from the stems …
Learn About Growing Broccoli in Containers
Broccoli can grow well in a container or pot. You can grow a single broccoli plant in one five-gallon container …
Finding the Ideal Broccoli Spacing
Broccoli plants need ample room in the garden for the best crop yields. Ideally, you’ll want to space broccoli plants …
A Guide to Broccoli Companion Plants
Broccoli thrives when planted alongside aromatic herbs, plants with low nutritional needs and brightly colored flowers. Aromatic herbs such as …
Taking Advantage of Broccoli Season
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis), like other members of the brassica or cabbage family, does best when the weather is …
A Primer on the Broccoli Plant
The broccoli plant needs extra care to grow into a healthy plant for harvesting. You can plant it in the …