Broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var. italica Plenck) is one of the most expensive vegetables in the Philippines. It is boiled, steamed, or stir-fried. It is fairly high in Vitamin A, and a good source of Vitamin C, calcium, Iron, Thiamine, Riboflavin, and Niacin.
Adaptability: 15 – 20°C (mean monthly temperature)
Maturity: 60 – 65 (AFTER TRANSPLANTING)
Planting Distance: 40 cm X 50 cm
Plant Population (per ha): 50,000 hills
Seeding Rate: 400g/ha
Number of Seeds (per gram): 352 seeds
Method of Planting: best transplanted
Sowing To Germination: 3 – 4 Days
Germination To Transplanting: 28 – 35 Days
pH Requirement: 6.5 – 7.5
Harvesting:
