When to plant broccoli in Hervey Bay
- Sow in trays: mid Mar to mid JunHervey Bay area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: late Apr to late JulHervey Bay area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: late Apr to late JulHervey Bay area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Hervey Bay. 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.