Broccoli
Some hate, some love it - either way broccoli growing is a simple task when you have a little gardening know how. That’s where we come in. In the articles that follow, you will learn how to care for broccoli plants in the garden and how to deal with common broccoli problems, including those hateful pests of broccoli. So read on for information on growing broccoli.
Broccoli
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Protecting Broccoli Plants: Keeping Broccoli Safe From Pests And Weather
Broccoli is sensitive to frost and can also be plagued by insects that like it just as much as we do. Protecting broccoli plants involves vigilance. Use the information found in this article to find out how to protect broccoli plants.
By Amy Grant
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Companions To Broccoli: Suitable Companion Plants For Broccoli
Almost all plants benefit from companion planting and using companion plants for broccoli is no exception. So what should you plant next to broccoli? Find out about the benefits of broccoli companion plants and which plants are suitable here.
By Amy Grant
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Container Growing Broccoli: Tips On Growing Broccoli In Pots
Broccoli is very well suited to container life and is a cool-weather crop that you can plant in late summer or autumn and still get to eat. For more tips, click this article and learn how to grow broccoli in containers.
By Liz Baessler
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Preserving Broccoli – How To Store Broccoli After Harvest
How do you preserve fresh broccoli? Click here for tips on what to do with your broccoli harvest so you can make the most of it.
By Amy Grant
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Green Magic Broccoli Variety: Growing Green Magic Broccoli Plants
Those living in warm weather areas will need to pay special attention to heat tolerance when selecting broccoli varieties to grow. ‘Green Magic’ is especially adapted for growth throughout a wide range of temperatures. Click this article for more info.
By Tonya Barnett
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Growing Green Goliath Broccoli: How To Plant Green Goliath Broccoli Seeds
If your weather is unpredictable and you sometimes have frost and hot temperatures in the same week, you might’ve just thrown up your hands when it comes to planting broccoli. But wait, Green Goliath broccoli plants may be just what you’re looking for. Learn more here.
By Becca Badgett
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How To Harvest Broccoli - When To Pick Broccoli
Growing and harvesting broccoli is one of the more rewarding moments in the vegetable garden. You may be asking yourself when to pick broccoli. What are the signs that broccoli is ready to harvest? Click here for info.
By Heather Rhoades
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Bolting Broccoli: Growing Broccoli In Hot Weather
Broccoli is a cold weather crop, meaning that it will bolt or go to flower if it's too warm. To get tips for preventing bolting in broccoli plants and how to grow the crop in hot weather, read this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Using Broccoli Leaves – Can You Eat Broccoli Leaves
Did you know using broccoli leaves just like you would any other greens is a great way to perk up salads and other dishes? Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Broccolini Information – How To Grow Baby Broccoli Plants
What is brocollini? It looks sort of like broccoli, but is it? How do you grow baby broccoli? Click the article that follows for broccolini information on growing broccolini and baby broccoli care.
By Amy Grant
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Buttoning Of Broccoli: Why Broccoli Forms Small, Poorly Formed Heads
Like any plant, broccoli plants may be afflicted with pests or diseases, and plagued by issues brought about by environmental stress too - like poor broccoli heads. If your broccoli plants are buttoning, then this article is for you.
By Amy Grant
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Heirloom Romanesco Italia Broccoli Info
Heirloom Romanesco Italia broccoli is popular in Italy, where it has been grown since the fifteenth century. This definitely qualifies Romanesco broccoli among the heirloom broccoli varieties, which means the seeds have been passed down from generation to generation.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is Rapini Broccoli Rabe
By Bonnie Grant
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Heat Tolerant Broccoli – What Is A Sun King Broccoli Plant
The Sun King broccoli plant provides the biggest heads and is certainly among the top producers of broccoli crops. A more heat-tolerant broccoli, you can harvest when the heads are ready, even during the heat of summer, if you must. Click here to learn more.
By Becca Badgett
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Waltham 29 Broccoli Plants – Growing Waltham 29 Broccoli In The Garden
Broccoli is a cool-season annual grown for its delicious green heads. Waltham 29 broccoli has long been a favorite variety. Seeds are open-pollinated and sought after for their incredible flavor and cold tolerance. To learn about growing this broccoli variety, click here.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Belstar Broccoli: How To Care For Belstar Broccoli Variety
Broccoli is a classic vegetable that offers plenty of nutrition and fits into many international cuisines. Belstar broccoli is a variety with tight heads and prolific flowering. Click the following article for more information about the delicious Belstar broccoli variety.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Destiny Hybrid Broccoli – How To Grow Destiny Broccoli Plants
Destiny hybrid broccoli is a compact, heat-tolerant, and cold-hardy plant that performs well in warmer climates. This flavorful vegetable isn’t difficult to grow given the right conditions. For more information on Destiny broccoli growing, click here.
By Mary H. Dyer