When to plant broccoli in Donald
- Sow in trays: early Feb to early JulDonald area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: mid Mar to mid AugDonald area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: mid Mar to mid AugDonald area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Donald. 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.