Heirloom Cima di Rapa Sprouting Broccoli (Broccoletti, Rapini) Seed Packet (20 seeds)
Axe & Root Homestead is finally sharing seeds from our own growing spaces (with free shipping)! I've been seed-saving for years and using my own stock in my gardens. In 2024, I grew more crops than ever and excess seeds were saved to share with other growers. These seeds were grown in my permaculture gardens, totally naturally, with zero additives, pesticides, or herbicides. Small batches are hand-harvested, dried and packaged here in central New Jersey.
About Cima di Rapa Sprouting Broccoli
An heirloom Italian sprouting broccoli that can be harvested more than once! Simply cut the small sprouting stems at the base where it meets the leaves. New sprouts will form from side-shoots. Extremely cold hardy.
Typical Germination: 7-10 days
Days to Maturity: Roughly 60 days
Light: Full sun
Soil: Nutrient rich, well-draining soil
Sowing Depth: 1/4"
Start seeds 4-6 weeks before date of last frost or direct sow when soil can be worked. Sow in August-September for a fall through winter harvest.
Permaculture Uses
- As an heirloom crop, save your seeds for future use.
- When allowed to blossom you'll find many native pollinators are attracted to the blooms, such as bees and butterflies.
- Cut and come again crops are space savers in growing spaces.
- Fresh eating or excellent roasted, sautéed or cooked
Be sure to understand your own growing zone and microclimate before planting seeds. Research is advised on plant varieties, requirements, and specifications. After seeds arrive, refer back to this product listing for suggested sowing instructions. Instructions will not be shipped with seeds in an effort to save paper.
IMPORTANT:
Refunds will not be provided for ungerminated seeds. These seeds are used in my own personal garden and have been found to be viable. Please research seed sowing processes before purchasing as faulty sowing, user error, extreme weather conditions, or other factors resulting in poor germination rates are outside of our control. No exceptions.