{"product_id":"waltham-29-broccoli-seeds-500-heirloom-cold-hardy-broccoli-for-fall-spring-gardens","title":"Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds – 500 Heirloom Cold Hardy Broccoli for Fall \u0026 Spring Gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003eWaltham 29 Broccoli is a dependable heirloom variety prized by home gardeners for its compact, uniform plants and rich, flavorful heads. This cold-hardy broccoli performs especially well in cool weather, making it a favorite for both spring and fall planting. The plants produce firm, medium-sized central heads with tight blue-green florets, followed by a steady supply of side shoots that extend the harvest over a longer season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you grow it in raised beds, traditional garden rows, or large containers, Waltham 29 is a rewarding choice for fresh eating, steaming, roasting, and freezing. Its reliable growth habit and adaptability have kept it a standard in American vegetable gardens since the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom broccoli variety known for consistent, high-quality heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold hardy and well suited to spring and fall growing seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a main head plus multiple side shoots for extended harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, uniform plants that fit well in smaller garden spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fresh use, freezing, and preserving\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 slightly acidic to neutral pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture; avoid letting soil dry out completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, compact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest in cool weather; heads form before flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Waltham 29 broccoli seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected spring frost, or sow directly in late summer for a fall crop. Sow seeds about 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch deep in a seed-starting mix, keeping the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Germination typically occurs within 7 to 14 days at soil temperatures around 65 to 75°F. Once seedlings have two to three true leaves, harden them off gradually before transplanting into the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroccoli thrives in fertile soil with regular watering. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to package directions. Harvest the central head while buds are still tight and green, cutting about 5 to 6 inches below the head. Side shoots will continue to develop for additional harvests. Watch for common cabbage-family pests and use row covers or other appropriate controls as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500 Waltham 29 Broccoli seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739795063094,"sku":"EDNA-652","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7711827300_qsut.jpg?v=1792116053","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/waltham-29-broccoli-seeds-500-heirloom-cold-hardy-broccoli-for-fall-spring-gardens","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}