Rudolph Broccoli

Rudolph Broccoli Seeds: Fresh Holiday Harvest

Imagine enjoying fresh, delicious broccoli spears right in the heart of December. Now you can with Rudolph, a remarkable winter sprouting broccoli variety that’s a beloved favorite in England. Unlike traditional broccoli, Rudolph is specifically timed for a late-season harvest, allowing you to bring homegrown goodness to your holiday table.

• Winter Sprouting Variety:
  • Specially bred to mature and produce a delicious harvest of broccoli spears in the late fall and early winter.
• Full Flavored Spears:
  • Produces delicious, full-flavored broccoli spears that are perfect for steaming, roasting, or adding to your favorite dishes.
• Great for Beginners:
  • If you’re new to growing sprouting broccoli, Rudolph is a recommended variety to try due to its reliable performance.
• Nutritious and Healthy:
  • Broccoli is a rich source of vitamins C, K, and B-complex, as well as essential minerals. It’s also a good source of calcium, which the body absorbs effectively.
• Culture:
  • Broccoli thrives in fertile, well-drained soil.
  • As a cool-season crop, protect from extreme heat with even watering and shade cloth if needed.
  • Maintain even soil moisture.
  • Avoid excess nitrogen or boron deficiency to prevent hollow stems.
  • Protect from frost damage in colder climates with row covers.
• Transplanting (Recommended):
  • Start indoors 4-6 weeks before your anticipated transplant date.
  • Side dress with fertilizer at transplant.
  • For overwintering sprouting broccoli like Rudolph, start indoors and transplant out.
• Harvest & Storage:
  • Harvest Rudolph Broccoli when heads (or spears in sprouting broccoli) are tight and dense.
  • Cut side shoots regularly to encourage continued production.