{"product_id":"broccoli-calabrese-seeds-brassica-oleracea","title":"Broccoli Calabrese Seeds (Brassica oleracea)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eBroccoli Calabrese is a classic green broccoli variety valued for its tender heads, fresh flavour, and productive side shoots. This Italian-style broccoli produces a dark green central head followed by smaller side shoots after the main head is harvested, making it a popular choice for home vegetable gardens and ongoing picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ty23os\" data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14d2m8f\" data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eVariety: Broccoli Calabrese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4iy1kq\" data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eClassic green broccoli type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qehe5g\" data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eDark green central head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1us3xb4\" data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eProduces side shoots after the main head is cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"meuqi1\" data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eTender texture and mild flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h1jkj5\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eWell suited to cool-season growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c5svus\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eIdeal for home gardens and kitchen gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"48mo84\" data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eWhy You Should Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eThis variety is a strong choice for growers who want more than a single harvest. Broccoli Calabrese is valued for its ability to keep producing side shoots after the main head is removed, helping extend picking time. Its tender stems and mild broccoli flavour also make it a versatile option for steaming, stir-fries, roasting, soups, and fresh garden harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rdo51g\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eGarden \u0026amp; Kitchen Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eBroccoli Calabrese is popular with gardeners looking for a reliable brassica for cooler months. The rich green heads, continued side-shoot production, and broad kitchen use make it a practical and rewarding variety for vegetable patches, raised beds, and productive backyard gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6pcc2b\" data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bjza5c\" data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eHome vegetable gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cznr0o\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eCool-season planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1keu4sq\" data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eFresh cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wbopjq\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eSteaming and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s62nw3\" data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eStir-fries and soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c1bkp8\" data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eOngoing harvests from side shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yn99c3\" data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eWhat is Broccoli Calabrese known for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eIt is known for producing a main green head followed by additional side shoots, which helps extend the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eIs Broccoli Calabrese a cool-season crop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eYes, it is commonly grown as a cool-season vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eIt is commonly described as tender and mild in flavour, making it suitable for a wide range of cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eDoes it keep producing after the main head is harvested?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003eYes. One of its main advantages is the production of side shoots after the central head is cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2316\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003eWhat type of garden is it good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2228\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eIt suits home gardens, kitchen gardens, and productive cool-season vegetable patches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"1 x Gram (Approx 500 Seeds)","offer_id":45110393307189,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 x Grams (Approx 2500 Seeds)","offer_id":45110393339957,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/broccoli-calabrese-seeds-brassica-oleracea-4456300.jpg?v=1775736429","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/broccoli-calabrese-seeds-brassica-oleracea","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}