{"product_id":"1g-broccoli-di-cicco-seeds-heirloom-italian-broccoli-for-extended-harvest","title":"1g Broccoli Di Cicco Seeds – Heirloom Italian Broccoli for Extended Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003eBroccoli Di Cicco is a classic Italian heirloom variety prized by gardeners for its excellent flavor and extended harvest. This open-pollinated broccoli produces central heads followed by abundant side shoots, allowing you to enjoy fresh broccoli over a longer season. Its compact, upright plants are well-suited to home gardens, raised beds, and market gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you steam, roast, or stir-fry, Di Cicco delivers tender, flavorful florets that are a favorite in Italian cuisine. As an heirloom, seeds can be saved from season to season, making it a sustainable choice for gardeners who value tradition and self-reliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom Italian variety with rich, sweet flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a main head followed by multiple side shoots for extended harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated and suitable for seed saving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fresh eating, freezing, and cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea var. italica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual cool-season vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10 (grown as an annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60–90 days from transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost date, or sow directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, transplant them to the garden, spacing them 12–18 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroccoli Di Cicco thrives in full sun with consistent moisture. Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants are about 4 weeks old. Harvest the central head when it is tight and before flowers open, then continue harvesting side shoots for weeks afterward. Watch for common pests like cabbage worms and aphids, and use row covers or organic controls as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 gram of Broccoli Di Cicco seeds. This is an heirloom Italian variety known for extended harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824825598262,"sku":"FOLIA2-1358","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6458144720_cmo6.jpg?v=1793004851","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/1g-broccoli-di-cicco-seeds-heirloom-italian-broccoli-for-extended-harvest","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}