When to plant broccoli in Brisbane
- Sow in trays: early Mar to early JulBrisbane area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: mid Apr to mid AugBrisbane area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: mid Apr to mid AugBrisbane area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Brisbane. 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.