When to plant broccoli in Bowmans
- Sow in trays: late Feb to mid JunBowmans area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Apr to late JulBowmans area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Apr to late JulBowmans area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Bowmans. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A cool-season brassica planted in late summer and autumn in Adelaide for heads through winter. Rich soil and steady feeding give big heads. Pick the main head while buds are tight, then keep harvesting the side shoots for weeks.